Development through Globalization?

Does Economic Globalization provide the Solution to World Poverty?

Bachelorarbeit, 2007
13 Seiten, Note: 7,5

Leseprobe

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

Introduction
Economic Globalization
- Globalization in numbers
- Different effects of globalization in different regions
  - Africa
  - East Asia
Conclusion
References

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This paper examines the relationship between economic globalization and development. It explores whether economic globalization can be a solution to world poverty, analyzing theoretical outcomes and real-world impacts. The paper examines the extent to which globalization has led to poverty reduction, welfare increase, and distribution of wealth.

The definition and scope of economic globalization
The relationship between globalization and poverty reduction
The impact of globalization on welfare and its distribution
The uneven effects of globalization across different regions
The potential of globalization to be used more effectively to encourage development

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Introduction: This chapter introduces the concept of development, underdevelopment, and the "developing world," highlighting the need to aid and encourage development. It establishes economic globalization as the paper's focal point, outlining the scope and limitations of the analysis.
Economic Globalization: This chapter provides a conceptualization of "economic globalization" and examines its potential for fostering development. It explores different facets of globalization, highlighting its impact on trade, investment, and resource allocation.
Globalization in numbers: This chapter delves into empirical data to assess the real-world impacts of globalization. It examines poverty reduction, welfare increase, and wealth distribution on a global scale.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The paper explores the complex relationship between economic globalization, development, poverty reduction, welfare increase, and wealth distribution, highlighting the uneven impacts of globalization across different regions of the world.

Can economic globalization solve world poverty?

The paper discusses its potential, noting that while it has reduced poverty in regions like East Asia, other areas like Africa have benefited much less.

Why do some regions benefit more from globalization than others?

Success often depends on infrastructure, political stability, and the ability to integrate into global trade networks effectively.

What is the impact of globalization on wealth distribution?

While global welfare has increased, the distribution remains uneven, often widening the gap between developed and underdeveloped nations.

How is economic globalization measured?

It is typically analyzed through numbers relating to international trade, foreign direct investment, and global resource allocation.

What is the "developing world" in this context?

It refers to countries with lower industrialization and welfare standards that require aid or strategic integration to achieve sustainable growth.