Factors Contrbuting To Increase Globalisation Flashcards
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Globalisation defined
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Globalisation is the process by which the world is becoming increasingly interconnected as a result of massively increased trade and cultural exchange.
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Trade liberalisation defined
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Trade liberalisation is the process by which international trade is made easier through relaxation of tariffs and barriers
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Benefits of GATT
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GATT meant new jobs for unskilled workers
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What is the World trade organisation (WTO)?
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• WTO was created by GATT in 1994 and exists to reduce barriers to trade and to ensure that countries keep to the agreements they have made
• The organisation also deals with complaints between members, organising negotiations