Global variations in economic development and quality of life Flashcards
Why does Norway have the highest HDI ranking?
> Better jobs
High tax
High level of education
Why does Niger have the lowest HDI ranking?
> Physical barriers (being landlocked)
Climate
Low levels of education and job opportunities
What appropriate technology does Kenya have?
Sand dams
What was established in Bangladesh?
The Grameen Bank was established in Bangladesh to offer microfinance loans.
Give an example of small-scale, voluntary aid.
Goat Aid Oxfam operates in Malawi. Oxfam is a charity based in the UK.
What problems does Nepal face?
Being landlocked and being surrounded by mountains.
Name a country in stage 5 of the DTM.
Germany
Name a TNC
Unilever, an Anglo-Dutch TNC, has invested in Nigeria since 1923
How much does copper exports account for in Zambia?
In Zambia, copper exports account for 60% of the value of their trade which is risky as the price fluctuates significantly.
How many people die from malaria yearly?
Over 400,000 people: 24% of these deaths occur in Nigeria.
- How many Chinese companies gave invested in Africa in the last decade?
- How many TNCs operate in Nigeria?
- 2000 companies
2. 40 TNCs
Why is Fiji highly reliant on tourism?
Its geographical remoteness makes inward investment less attractive and imports are expensive.
Who receives the largest amount of bi-lateral aid from the UK government.
Pakistan
Is Nigeria an NEE or LIC?
Nigeria can be described a Newly Emerging Economy. It is Africa’s biggest oil exported - India is its biggest customer.
How many people moved from South Asia to West Asia in 2005 to 2010?
Nearly 4.6 million people
