unit 3 - globalisation Flashcards
Define Globalisation
The exchange of goods, ideas, tech, people and services which led to the interconnection and interdependence between nations.
Processes behind globalisation
International trade and transaction
\when did globalisation start
\20th century
Globalisation is different from other trades in history because:
- Technological innovations
- International Cooperation
- Happened at a much bigger scale
- Speed of spread of globalisation (due to advancements in tech)
- Easier international and regional communication which was cheap and fast
How did interdependence grow between countries?
Interdependence grew between countries because they were required to maintain a healthy relationship with other nations for exchange and trade.
What is the definition of trade?
Act of buying, selling or exchanging goods or services, generally involving money
What is outsourcing?
Different levels of producrion being distributed to various countries
Why does outsourcing happen
- The host country does not have the required resources
- Cheaper labour in the LEDC country
what are TNC and its definition?
Trans-national corporations. They operate in substantial facilities and does business in more than one country. They dont have a home country. Decentrilised.
what are MNCs and their definitions?
Multi-National corporations. businesses that control production in multiple countries besides their home country. They have a centralized headquarters but operate on a global scale with assets in multiple countries
Which is more common in the daily products we use, TNC or MNC
MNCs
Example of TNC compamny and example of MNC company
TNC = Unilever
MNC= Microsoft
Which countries would support globalisation?
Outsourcing countriy’s government and the countries doing the manufacturing part would support globalisation
Which community would be against globalisation?
The host country or the outsourcing country’s people would be against globalisation as their people are losing jobs with products being manufactured outside their country.
MNCs and TNCs have an impact on LEDCs governance and politics how?
Using investments, campaigning, and exploitation of resources to influence governmentand politics, with the potential for both positive (jobs) and negative (corruption, inequality) effects.
All countries are dependent on _ for their prosperity
international trade
WTO and its agreements
World Trade organization.
created an international trade legal framework for 164 economies around the world. These Agreements cover goods, services, intellectual property, investment and other issues that impact the flow of trade
Governance
A group of people or a community that is responsible for leading the people beneath them and ensuring their well-being, safety and quality of life.
Glocalisation
global companies adapt their products, services, and marketing strategies to cater to specific local tastes and preferences. This allows companies to build local acceptance while still retaining their main principles.
Example of glocalisation
McDonalds adapting to local cuisines with their burgers. Eg - Mc Lobster in Canada is not avaliable in India, same way, Maharaja Mac isnt avaliable in other parts of the world