share Brave New World: Gulf Seeks Bold Science Initiatives The Gulf States are investing in radical initiatives to strengthen science, but results are not guaranteed.Tags: educationtechnologyMiddle EastSaudi ArabiaRegions: Europe and Middle EastCategories: Technology Read more »
share Wheat Fungus May Affect Food Prices The wheat stem rust fungus, recently discovered in Iran, may have a global impact.Tags: agriculturefood priceswheatfungusRegions: Europe and Middle EastCategories: Agriculture Read more »
share Globalization of Soccer Kicks Local Fans Much to the chagrin of local fans, globalization is helping to create a corporate and commercial image of English soccer that is far from its historic roots. Categories: Culture and SocietyRegions: Europe and Middle EastTags: capitalismSoccerTopics: CorporationsCultureGlobalization Read more »
share Medical Migration The how and why of healthworker's migration, and the benefits it may have for their country of origin.Tags: migrationhealthbrain drainPakistanRegions: Europe and Middle EastCategories: Health Read more »
share From Globalization to Localization? Morgan Stanley's Stephen Roach argues that rich countries may move to protect their own interests as they start feeling squeezed by globalization.Tags: globalizationlocalizationindustrialized countriesglobal growthRegions: Europe and Middle EastCategories: General Globalization Read more »
share It's a Semiglobalized World A book demonstrating a worldview where apocalypse is not imminent and differences still matter.Tags: globalizationglobal economybook reviewPankaj GhemawatsemiglobalizationRegions: Europe and Middle EastCategories: Book and Film Reviews Read more »
share Europe Must Admit Africa to the Carbon Trading Club The time is right for Europe to change its carbon trading rules in order to give Africa access to the market, writes Louis V. Verchot, a climate change scientist.Tags: Africaenvironmentcarbon offsetsEuropetradingRegions: Europe and Middle EastCategories: Environment Read more »
share Globalization Resources Expand your understanding of the issues surrounding globalization through this resource page.Tags: globalizationenvironmenttechnologyhealthresource pageRegions: Europe and Middle EastCategories: General Globalization Read more »
share Global Governance and the Division of Labor International institutions must support and maintain an environment that promotes prosperity, security and social justice in their members.Tags: developmentIMFinternational institutionsresponsibilityglobal bodiesRegions: Europe and Middle EastCategories: General Globalization Read more »
share Globalization with Arab Characteristics The Arab states need to adapt to global markets in order to increase employment opportunities for the booming young adult population. Categories: Culture and SocietyRegions: Europe and Middle EastTags: unemploymentyouthMiddle EastTopics: Economic DevelopmentGlobalization Read more »
share Food Resources - Help That Lasts When confronting hunger related issues, Tom Ewert emphasizes that Mercy Corps' approach is multi-faceted and moves beyond simple food distribution. Categories: HealthTopics: FoodTags: Mercy CorpshungerRegions: Europe and Middle EastCountries: Eritrea Read more »
share Fewer Babies Pose Difficult Challenges for Europe Europe has the world's oldest average population which is causing many European governments to worry about the long-term economic, social, and political impact. Tags: youthRussiaEuropepopulationdeclineFertilityolddemographicsRegions: Europe and Middle EastCategories: General Globalization Read more »
share How Soccer Explains the World In his latest book, Franklin Foer examines the relationship between globalization and soccer.Tags: globalizationsportsbook reviewSoccerFranklin Foeralternative historyRegions: Europe and Middle EastCategories: Book and Film Reviews Read more »
share The Rising and Falling Power of Hydrocarbon States The oil card is good for only a few rounds in the long-term game of international diplomacy.Tags: oilVenezuelaChavezRussiapetroleumRegions: Europe and Middle EastCategories: General Globalization Read more »
share Traditional Water Mill Technology Helps Boost Livlihoods The 'ghatta' has changed the lives of many Nepalese families. Tags: technologynepalGhattaWater MillsRegions: Europe and Middle EastCategories: Success Stories Read more »