Globalization and Regionalism. How are these two salient theories in international relations mutating within the East African Community?

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Abstract
• Study Introduction
• 1.0 CHAPTER 1
  • 1.1 Chapter introduction
  • 1.1.1 The adverse effects of colonialism
  • 1.1.2 Globalization and interconnection
  • 1.1.3 The myriad interpretation of globalization
  • 1.1.4 The grim African reality
  • 1.1.5 The East African Community
  • 1.1.6 Some four tenets of globalization
  • 1.1.7 Globalization and unique reasoning-cum-thinking
  • 1.1.8 Global oligarchies for the extremely few in the EAC region
  • 1.1.9 Globalization as a global village which encompasses EAC sub-region
  • Chapter conclusion
• 2.0 CHAPTER 2
  • 2.1 Chapter introduction
  • 2.2 Some definitions of 'old' and 'new' regionalisms
  • 2.2.1 The paradox of 'old' and 'new' regionalisms
  • 2.3 Brief history of regionalism
  • 2.4 Some aspects of regionalism in Africa: Introduction
  • 2.4.1. The South African ‘archaic' regionalism
  • 2.4.2 The first phase of African regionalism
  • 2.4.3 The challenges with the original scramble for Africa
  • 2.4.4 The creation of the organization of African Unity
  • 2.4.5 The Lagos Plan of Action, The Abuja treaty and The African Union
  • 2.4.6 African Union Vision 2063
  • 2.5 Current regional organizations in Africa
  • 2.5.1 Community of Sahel- Saharan States
  • 2.5.2 Economic Community of Western Africa States
  • 2.5.3 Economic Community of Central African States
  • 2.5.4 South African Development Community
  • 2.5.5 Common Market of Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA)
  • 2.6 Chapter conclusion
• 3.0 CHAPTER 3
• 3.1 Chapter introduction
• 3.2 The inception of the EAC
• 3.2.1 The pioneer EAC
• 3.2.2 Lack of political goodwill from the EAC leaders
• 3.2.3 Dwindling funds in the East African Development Bank
• 3.2.4 The imminent collapse despite a robust vision and mission for EAC
• 3.2.5 A ray of hope to revive EAC via a Mediation Agreement
• 3.2.6 The revival of EAC
• 3.2.7 The impact of globalization and EAC protocols
• 3.2.8 Formulation of the EAC protocols
• 3.2.9 Globalization and the formulation of protocols
• 3.2.10 Some advantages of Regional Integration Agreements (RIA)
• 3.2.11 The new member nations in the EAC sub-region
• 3.2.12 EAC and tripartite Trade Agreement with COMESA and SADC
• 3.2.13 African Multidimensional Regional Integration Index (AMRII)
• 3.2.14 African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
• 3.2.15 African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) survey-cum-report
• 3.2.16 EAC/EU Economic Partnership Agreement
• 3.2.17 An illustration of the importance of treaties: The EU experience-cum- example
• 3.2.18 How globalization has facilitated the EAC/EU Economic Partnership Agreement
• 3.2.19 EAC trade with China and India
• 3.2.20 International E- Commerce in the EAC region
• 3.2.21 EAC Vision 2050 (an overview)
• 3.2.22. EAC 'borderless region'
• 3.2.23 The goals of EAC Vision 2050
• 3.4 Chapter conclusion
• 4.0 CHAPTER 4
• 4.1 Chapter introduction
• 4.2 The FDI status per country in the EAC sub region
• 4.2.1 Burundi
• 4.2.2. The Democratic Republic of Congo
• 4.2.3. Rwanda
• 4.2.4 Kenya
• 4.2.5 Uganda
• 4.2.6 South Sudan
• 4.2.7 Tanzania
• 4.3 Chapter conclusion
• 5.0 CHAPTER 5
• 5.1 Chapter introduction
• 5.2 Analysis of the relationship between the study findings and the theory
• 5.3 Study limitations

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This study examines the impact of globalization and regionalism on the East African Community (EAC) member nations. It aims to understand how these two key theories in International Relations have shaped the development of the EAC, particularly since its revival in the late 20th century.

• The interplay between globalization and regionalism in the context of the East African Community
• The historical evolution of regionalism in Africa, particularly the EAC
• The impact of globalization on the EAC's economic integration and trade policies
• The role of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the EAC region under the influence of globalization
• The future prospects for the EAC in the globalized world.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter 1 provides an overview of globalization, its multifaceted nature, and its implications for the African continent. It examines the historical context of colonialism and its enduring effects on the region. The chapter also introduces the East African Community, its historical development, and the role of globalization in shaping its current state. Chapter 2 delves into the concept of regionalism and its historical development in Africa. It explores the evolution of regional organizations, including the challenges they faced and the successes they achieved. The chapter also discusses the different phases of regionalism in Africa and the emergence of the African Union. Chapter 3 focuses on the East African Community, specifically its inception, its challenges, and its subsequent revival. The chapter examines the role of globalization in shaping the EAC's protocols and agreements, including the impact of trade agreements and the formation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). It also highlights the EAC's Vision 2050, which outlines its future goals for regional integration. Chapter 4 analyzes the status of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in each EAC member state. It examines the factors influencing FDI inflows and the impact of globalization on investment patterns within the region. Chapter 5 concludes the study by analyzing the relationship between the findings and the theoretical framework. It acknowledges the limitations of the study and suggests areas for further research.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

Globalization, regionalism, East African Community (EAC), African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), foreign direct investment (FDI), economic integration, trade agreements, colonialism, protocols, regional organizations.