Globalization

Globalization (or globalisation) is a modern term used to describe the changes in societies and the world economy that result from dramatically increased international trade and cultural exchange. It describes the increase of trade and investing due to the falling of barriers and the interdependence of countries. In specifically economic contexts, it is often understood to refer almost exclusively to the effects of trade, particularly trade liberalization or "free trade" (however, see "meanings" below).

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• Globalisation - openDemocracy Enjoy contested debates and in-depth analysis by leading actors and thinkers ? plus word from ?ordinary? people experiencing the effects of globalisation. The aim is clear thinking ? and workable solutions for globalisation.
• History of mundialization
• Special Issue on Globalization Journal of World-Systems Research, Vol. V, Number 2, Summer 1999
• Special Issue on Globalization and the Environment Journal of World-Systems Research, Vol. IX, Number 2, Summer 2003
• Special Issue: Global Social Movements Before & After 9/11 Journal of World-Systems Research, Vol. X, Number 1, Winter 2004