CS- Eastern Europe

Question 1

In what ways does Eastern Europe experience interdependence?

Answer 1

• Remittances from economic migrants seeking job opportunities in ‘core’ countries.
• Dependence on TNCs for economic growth and investment (FDI). For example, Nestle to Czech Republic.
• Short term work permits to residents of Ukraine.
• Investment in technology and AI.

Question 2

Which unequal flows have Eastern Europe experienced?

Answer 2

Unequal flows of people
Unequal flows of capital

Question 3

What has been the impact of unequal flows on growth and stability on eastern Europe?

Answer 3

1. Growth - Inflow of capital through remittances.
2. Growth -FDI and TNC investment.
3. Stability - New job opportunities due to TNC investment.
4. Growth - Expansion of Polish economy.

Question 4

What has been the impact of unequal flows on inequality, conflict and injustice on eastern Europe?

Answer 4

1. Inequality - Job losses in young adults (brain drain).
2. Inequality - Wages have been pushed up due to competition.
3. Conflict - Lack of community cohesion due to increase of economic migrants from Ukraine and the Philippines.

Question 5

what is community cohesion?

Answer 5

when diverse individuals share feelings of identity and belonging

Question 6

what is FDI?

Answer 6

foreign direct investment