China Flashcards
1
Q
What theory does China exemplify?
A
World Systems Theory
2
Q
What does World Systems Theory state?
A
Assumes you have a 3 tier world with most change from societal flux in semi-periphery countries.
3
Q
Why did China fail to emerge previously?
A
The Chinese emperor banned ship building in Europe where there was a huge competition to develop tech. for colonialism drive and economic growth
4
Q
What are/should China taking advantage of now to develop?
A
World stagnation to start rebuilding and restructuring world economy.
5
Q
What does China already that the US doesn’t have?
A
High speed rail
