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Globalization Archive
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China’s Path to 2030
China has come a long way in a short time span. Five hundred million Chinese have been lifted out of poverty in the past three decades thanks to average annual…
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Film and Philanthropy Take on Global Issues
Getting shot down by enemy fire in the company of a Guatemalan general can build trust and gain rare access to a remote military outpost. More than ever before, foundations…
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Globalization Quiz
The Globalization Quiz tests your knowledge of world rankings and various dimensions of globalization. The quiz has 10 questions. Your score, correct answers and explanations appear at the end. Enjoy!…
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BRICs Quiz!
The BRICs quiz tests your knowledge of the BRIC concept and countries. The quiz has 10 questions. Your score, correct answers and explanations appear at the end. Enjoy! For more…
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China in Africa: South Africa Joins BRICs Summit
China hosted the third annual BRICs Summit on April 14, 2011. With South Africa joining Brazil, India, Russia and China for the first time, the event highlights China’s and other…
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Global Science Research and Collaboration
Science research has grown rapidly in recent years. BRIC countries, including China, India and Brazil, and South Korea account for much of the increase in scientific publications. Despite suggestions of…
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BRICs, Emerging Market Consumer Insights
The BRIC economies of China, India, Brazil and Russia are promising engines of global economic growth and development. Recent data on BRIC countries’ consumer spending habits reveal interesting insights about…
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China and India – Planning vs. Jugaad
China and India – the world’s two biggest countries, and maybe someday, two largest markets have much in common, and much that sets them apart. China’s 12th Five-Year Plan and…
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China Meets Chicago – Most China-Friendly U.S. City
China President Hu Jintao made Chicago a focal point of his official state visit to the U.S. last week. Business ties and Chicago Mayor Daley’s long-term diplomatic engagement of China…
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World’s Most Global Cities
The Global Cities Index ranks 65 of the world’s most influential urban centers on five dimensions of globalization. New York, London, Tokyo, Paris, Shanghai and others all vied for top…