C3 - Global Politics: Regionalism And The EU

Question 1

what is regionalism?

Answer 1

• the political, economic, social, or cultural cooperation and integration among countries or regions within a specific geographical area
• often countries cooperate due to their particular identity and the interests of a particular region
  e.g. EU, NAFTA, ASEAN, TPP
• diff types of regionalism: economic, security, political but there is considerable overlap

Question 2

what is globalisation?

Answer 2

• the increasing interdependence and interconnectedness of states in the world => integration of national economies within the global economy
• begins with flows of trade between regions

Question 3

what is homogenisation?

Answer 3

• the coming together of global cultures and development of a single , homogenous culture without diversity or dissent
• takes place with increasing globalisation with consumers purchasing the same goods, services and culture. this means that states cannot protect their own industries or producers