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What characterizes the wage dispersion in integrated labor markets?
What characterizes the wage dispersion in integrated labor markets?
- Wage increases are unpredictable
- Wages follow a common trend over time (correct)
- Wages diverge significantly across countries
- Wages are determined solely by local factors
What was the dominant form of globalization between 1950 and 1970?
What was the dominant form of globalization between 1950 and 1970?
- Trade-based globalization
- Consumer-driven globalization
- Digital globalization
- Investment-based globalization (correct)
Which innovation has notably impacted global corporations since 1995?
Which innovation has notably impacted global corporations since 1995?
- Increased physical labor force
- Trade-based mechanisms
- State-led economic policies
- Digitalization and instantaneous global communications (correct)
What transformation describes the shift from producer-driven to buyer-driven commodity chains?
What transformation describes the shift from producer-driven to buyer-driven commodity chains?
What is a key aspect of sovereign states recognized by the United Nations?
What is a key aspect of sovereign states recognized by the United Nations?
What principle regarding international law was highlighted regarding civilized and uncivilized states?
What principle regarding international law was highlighted regarding civilized and uncivilized states?
During which period did trade-based globalization primarily occur?
During which period did trade-based globalization primarily occur?
What mechanism is described as pushing wages towards equilibrium after shocks?
What mechanism is described as pushing wages towards equilibrium after shocks?
What describes the impact of the global economy?
What describes the impact of the global economy?
Which level of analysis includes international organizations like the World Bank?
Which level of analysis includes international organizations like the World Bank?
What is a defining feature of globalization according to Robertson?
What is a defining feature of globalization according to Robertson?
What do Albrow and King suggest about globalization?
What do Albrow and King suggest about globalization?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of the global economy?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of the global economy?
What does the meso level in globalization focus on?
What does the meso level in globalization focus on?
What is the primary benefit of advancements in technology in the context of globalization?
What is the primary benefit of advancements in technology in the context of globalization?
How does globalization influence local events, according to the content?
How does globalization influence local events, according to the content?
What does globalization enhance according to market globalism?
What does globalization enhance according to market globalism?
What defines core, semi-periphery, and periphery countries in World System Theory?
What defines core, semi-periphery, and periphery countries in World System Theory?
Which claim is NOT one of the core claims of market globalism?
Which claim is NOT one of the core claims of market globalism?
What is a characteristic of negative integration?
What is a characteristic of negative integration?
What is a primary function of a multinational corporation (MNC)?
What is a primary function of a multinational corporation (MNC)?
Which option represents a misconception about globalization?
Which option represents a misconception about globalization?
What does the division of labor imply in the context of globalization?
What does the division of labor imply in the context of globalization?
What mistaken idea might one have about market integration?
What mistaken idea might one have about market integration?
What type of integration allows for the free movement of labor and capital within member countries?
What type of integration allows for the free movement of labor and capital within member countries?
Which type of multinational organization focuses on adapting their products and services to local markets?
Which type of multinational organization focuses on adapting their products and services to local markets?
Which of the following represents the highest form of economic integration?
Which of the following represents the highest form of economic integration?
What is a key characteristic of Transnational Companies?
What is a key characteristic of Transnational Companies?
Which type of agreement results in zero trade barriers among member countries?
Which type of agreement results in zero trade barriers among member countries?
What is required for a state to be a member of the United Nations?
What is required for a state to be a member of the United Nations?
What defines a Supranational Agreement?
What defines a Supranational Agreement?
Which type of company does NOT typically coordinate product offerings across countries?
Which type of company does NOT typically coordinate product offerings across countries?
Which of the following organizations does NOT fall under transnational actors?
Which of the following organizations does NOT fall under transnational actors?
What is a characteristic of a Customs Union?
What is a characteristic of a Customs Union?
What was a significant characteristic of Victorian International Law?
What was a significant characteristic of Victorian International Law?
The principle of 'civlized states' is most closely associated with which system?
The principle of 'civlized states' is most closely associated with which system?
Which of the following was confirmed in Chapter 2, Article 4 of the United Nations Charter?
Which of the following was confirmed in Chapter 2, Article 4 of the United Nations Charter?
Which category of humanity is NOT mentioned in the content?
Which category of humanity is NOT mentioned in the content?
What was the purpose of the laws of war as established by the Great Powers?
What was the purpose of the laws of war as established by the Great Powers?
What is the definition of 'plenary political recognition' in the context of human classification?
What is the definition of 'plenary political recognition' in the context of human classification?
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Study Notes
Global Interstate System
- International law aims to maintain order among sovereign states, primarily recognized by civilized nations.
- Membership in the United Nations requires states to be peace-loving and willing to uphold the Charter's obligations.
- Categories of humanity are classified as civilized, barbaric, and savage, influencing international relations and recognition.
- Admission to the UN can be granted to states that were not independent at the time of entry, exemplified by Belarus, India, Philippines, and Ukraine.
Transnational Actors
- Intergovernmental Organizations (IGOs) play significant roles in international governance.
- International Nongovernmental Organizations (INGOs) address global issues without government control.
- Transnational Corporations (TNCs) conduct business across borders with a centralized management structure.
Forms of Integration
- Preferential agreements lower trade barriers between member countries.
- Free Trade Areas eliminate trade barriers among members.
- Customs Unions remove tariffs and non-tariff barriers on goods.
- Common Markets promote the free movement of labor and capital.
- Economic Unions represent the highest level of integration, combining various economic policies.
Structural Periods of Globalization
- Investment-based globalization (1950-1970) focused on producer-driven commodity chains.
- Trade-based globalization (1970-1995) emphasized the flow of goods and trade.
- Digital globalization (1995 onwards) highlights technological advancements and connectivity.
Global Economy
- An increasingly integrated global economy influences the flow of goods, services, and capital.
- Active global exchange fosters advancements in technology, culture, and economics.
- Macro level includes international organizations setting norms (e.g., World Bank, IMF).
- Meso level covers countries and firms competing in international markets.
- Micro level pertains to local markets and their role in the global economy.
World System Theory
- Nations’ mobility among core, semi-periphery, and periphery is shaped by their capitalist market incorporation.
- Developed (industrial) nations tend to produce manufactured goods, while developing nations supply raw materials.
Key Claims of Market Globalism
- Globalization is characterized by the liberalization and integration of markets.
- It is deemed inevitable and irreversible.
- No singular authority governs the globalization process.
- Proponents argue that globalization benefits a wide range of participants and promotes democracy globally.
Market Integration
- The process of integrating national economies into larger regions is complex and requires adjustment mechanisms to address wage differentials.
- Corporate entities such as Multinational Corporations (MNCs) and TNCs operate across borders, adapting to local market needs while maintaining a central strategy.
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