The International System

Beginning in the mid-19 th century, as world trade was expanding rapidly, a global economic system began to develop. With the advent of the railroad and the opening of the trans-Atlantic telegraph wire in 1866, the first round of globalization had begun. This first round, however, came to a pause in 1914 with World War I.

The Future Economic Implosion of Venezuela Predicted by Futurist

One futurist in the United States is very closely watching Venezuela make mistakes and predicts the complete collapse and economic implosion of the Communist Nation State of Venezuela. But how could that happen, as Venezuela is rich in oil you ask? Well easily really, you see Venezuela has a state run oil

Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Manufacturing: How to Create True Wealth for You, A Company, Our Natio

Our nation's wealth depends upon our ability to manufacture great new, innovative, breakthrough products. We need to support, and our governement needs to support our manufacturing industries. Making great stuff is what creates a wealthy nation.

India and South Africa Urge Richer Countries to Improve Their Offer in Global Trade Talks

India and South Africa have recently called for the wealthier nations to offer further cuts in their farm subsidies in order to help revive the global trade negotiations. Both the Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and South African President Thabo Mbeki said that the suspension of the Doha Development Round of trade talks was not only disappointing, but it also resulted to serious setbacks on the part of the developing nations.

Biodiesel as Fuel is A Step in the Right Direction

Americans are addicted to oil, we've all heard that time and time again. So what can we do about it? Biodiesel fuel is one alternative that could cut our dependency of oil.

A View on the South African Economy

The mining industry still plays a prominent part. However, over the last few years, the country's economic dependency on the export of raw materials, especially on gold, has lessened.

The Real State of the Economy - Good or Bad?

There is something about the US Economy at the moment that I for one don't get. Now it may be that being a brit, I am a little slow on the uptake; this has been known to happen every now and then but at the moment I cannot fathom several things out.

The Effect of the Recent Rise in Interest Rates on the UK Economy

The effect of the recent rise in interest rates on the UK economy. To what extent will it cause a slow down. Will the rise in interest rates be temporary or rise further

India-Srilanka Free Trade Agreement(FTA): The Success and Road Ahead

The Free Trade Agreement between India and Srilanka came into full existence from 1st March 2000.This FTA basically deals with the modalities of the Duty Free Import of the Goods manufactured in Srilanka

The Euro and The European Union – A Second Wake Up Call

Lately it is easy to find news about the relation between Italy and the Euro – for example this one: “Italy's love affair with the euro is due to cool” Italy seems to be struggling with the euro and with its own economy. It appears to be the case that the Italian economy is especially vulnerable for the global markets in which it operates ... But this is just part of the game, something the union should be able to cope with, all is part of growing up.

Environmental Trends – Increasing Noise Pollution

Some countries more than others. some cities more than others, some streets more than others… yet noise is everywhere and noise problems will continue to increase in time.

Is It Getting Crowded Around Here? A Different Perspective

The United States has recently reached the big 300 million and many are now expressing concerns that the US is becoming over populated. They argue that large populations create poverty and choose select countries around the world to prove their point. This article takes a different approach and argues that economic problems are not caused by too many people, but usually from too much government.

The Economy in Canada 5 Strongest Growing Provinces and Territories

Increase in Gross Domestic Products, the 5 top provinces for economic activity in Canada

2007 Issues with Over Regulation in America

One of the biggest problems in America is the over regulation we place on small, medium and large corporations. The over regulation is like an extra tax on society, as it adds costs to everything that we buy. Many Americans are worried about a shrinking middle class and they blame outsourcing, off-shoring and trade deficits. The truth of the matter is most of the problems in our economy are actually caused by the Blob of Bureaucracy. There is just too much over lawyering and over regulation hanging over the heads of small business people and corporations.