Global city and Global migration Flashcards
What is the primary focus of globalization according to the Global City concept?
Globalization occurs in physical spaces, affecting cities and their development.
Who popularized the term ‘Global City’ and in which decade?
Sociologist Saskia Sassen popularized the term ‘Global City’ in the 1990s.
What are the three primary Global Cities identified by Saskia Sassen?
New York, London, Tokyo.
What is the foremost characteristic of a global city?
Economic power.
Which industry is the largest in China, accounting for 46.8% of its GDP?
Manufacturing.
What does the Economist Intelligence Unit measure in relation to cities?
Economic competitiveness, including market size and potential for growth.
True or False: Washington D.C. is a wealthier city than New York.
False.
What are the major international organizations headquartered in global cities?
- United Nations in New York
- European Union in Brussels
- ASEAN in Jakarta.
What role do global cities play in higher learning and culture?
They are centers of intellectual influence and cultural diversity.
Fill in the blank: The movement of people from one place to another is called _______.
[global migration].
What is the difference between internal migration and international migration?
Internal migration is within one country; international migration crosses borders.
Define ‘immigrants’.
People who move permanently to another country.
What are temporary labor migrants?
People who stay in another country for a fixed period.
What are irregular migrants?
People who violate immigration laws and live in a country illegally.
What defines refugees?
People unable or unwilling to return to their home country due to persecution.
List three push factors that drive migration.
- War
- Natural disasters
- Limited healthcare.
List three pull factors that attract individuals to another country.
- Job opportunities
- Cultural experiences
- Family reunification.
What is the third most common criminal activity worldwide?
Human trafficking.
What is the significance of the Global City in terms of economic opportunities?
It attracts talent from across the world.
What is the economic impact of education in Australia?
Education is Australia’s third largest export, generating significant revenue.
