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June 29th

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An American Voyage to Explore Globalization

Posted on June 30, 2006
Previously filed under: North America, Book and Film Reviews
The collection of essays by Dr. Patrick Mendis reflect on his experiences and observations of globalization during a "Semester at Sea".
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2006 Report on the Global AIDS Epidemic by UNAIDS

Posted on June 30, 2006
Previously filed under: Health
The latest UN report on the AIDS epidemic has been released with mixed results.
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Keywords: UNAIDS, HIV/AIDS, 2006 fight

June 26th

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Refugees

Posted on June 27, 2006
Previously filed under: General Globalization
Find out more about what a refugee is, and what it means to be one.
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Keywords: refugees, definitions, graphics, IDPs, Mercy Corps, UNHCR, FAQs

June 25th

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On World Refugee Day, United States Leads World in Darfur Aid

Posted on June 26, 2006
Previously filed under: General Globalization
The United States is the leading donor to refugee assistance, and is the nation who sponsors the most refugees, including many from the conflict in Darfur.
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Keywords: Darfur, refugees, United States, World Refugee Day, Sudan

June 19th

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Globalization's Watchdogs

Posted on June 20, 2006
Countries: Bolivia
Previously filed under: South America, General Globalization
The United States and Britain prove to be the worlds corporate "watchdogs" through their reactions to Bolivia's nationalization of its natural gas resources.
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Keywords: nationalization, globalization

June 14th

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Fellowships, Seminars and Travel Opportunities

Posted on June 15, 2006
Previously filed under: Student Opportunities
It's never to late to travel and learn -- here are some ways to do just that.
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Keywords: travel, study abroad, scholarships, fellowships, essay contests

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Study Abroad Resources

Posted on June 15, 2006
Previously filed under: Student Opportunities
Learn about unique study abroad opportunities.
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Keywords: travel, study abroad, scholarships

June 13th

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Protectionism and Trade

Posted on June 14, 2006
Previously filed under: Asia, Trade
U.S. government favoritism has hurt Vietnamese shrimp farmers.
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Keywords: trade, Vietnam, tariffs, Dumping

June 12th

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Is Globalization Passé?

Posted on June 13, 2006
Previously filed under: Book and Film Reviews
If criticism spelt deconstruction, one might think that globalization was becoming passé -- however, a look at two books about globalization can dispel this misconception.
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Keywords: globalization, book reviews, Joseph E. Stiglitz, Jagdish N. Bhagwati

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ICTs and Accelerated Development in Ghana

Posted on June 13, 2006
Countries: Ghana
Previously filed under: Africa, Technology
While FDI does play a role in accelerated growth, the current trend of FDI inflows into Africa does not suggest that industrialization by this route is best for Ghana.
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Keywords: industrialization, ICT, FDI

June 11th

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Ten Things that Africa Can Do for Itself

Posted on June 12, 2006
Previously filed under: Africa, Global Economy
How should Africa respond to the increasing amount of aid it receives, and what is the best way for the continent to promote its own development?
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Mexico's Economic Progress Can Ease Migration Woes

Posted on June 12, 2006
Countries: Mexico
Previously filed under: North America, Global Economy
Despite clear growth, Mexico's economy remains unable to provide an adequate supply of jobs to satisfy demand, therefore increasing migration to the United States.
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Battle Over Steel Exposes Europe's Globalization Dilemma

Posted on June 12, 2006
Previously filed under: Europe and Middle East, Trade
In avoiding takeover by Mittal, Europe's leading steelmaker could jump out of the frying pan and into the fire.
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Keywords: Europe, steel, Mittal, Frace, globalization

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Aiming for the Sea

Posted on June 12, 2006
Countries: Bolivia
Previously filed under: South America, Global Economy
Bolivia's longing for access to the coastline it lost through war with Chile involves far more than symbolism. Landlocked countries may face multiple handicaps.
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Keywords: trade, Chile

June 7th

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GMO - Which Way for Africa?

Posted on June 8, 2006
Previously filed under: Africa, Agriculture
Africa confronts the costs and benefits of GMOs.
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Keywords: environment, health, agriculture, farming

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As Growth Slows, India Awakens to Need for Foreign Investment

International Herald Tribune - Wed, 02/08/2012 - 08:26
India’s central bank and economic analysts predict that growth will fall sharply to 7 percent this fiscal year and remain sluggish.

Social responsibility and a new world order

Washington Post - Innovations - Tue, 02/07/2012 - 07:56
Just before the New Year, the London-based Center for Economics and Business Research announced that Brazil had overtaken the United Kingdom as the world’s sixth largest economy. Furthermore, it predicted that by 2020, India and Russia will also have overtaken all the European economic powers.

Aid for trade policy rears its ugly head

The Guardian's Poverty Matters - Mon, 02/06/2012 - 01:41
The UK government's dismay at not being granted the contract for Typhoon fighter jets in India is an indication that its controversial aid for trade policy is still very much alive.

Liberia's battle to put the lights back on

The Guardian's Poverty Matters - Sun, 02/05/2012 - 23:00
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has set ambitious targets to restore the country's electricity supply. But will it meet them by 2015?

As Africa's consumers rise, so does inequality

Yale Global Online - Fri, 02/03/2012 - 10:17
Kenya struggles to spread the wealth from rapid growth.
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