The document summarizes the history of Crimea from ancient Greek colonies established in the 5th century BC through conquests by various powers like the Greeks, Romans, Huns, Kievan Rus, Byzantium, and Mongols. It then discusses Crimea's annexation by the Russian Empire in 1783 and becoming an autonomous republic within Ukraine in 1991 before being annexed again by Russia in 2014. It provides context around rising tensions between Ukraine and Russia over Crimea in the late 2000s and early 2010s that ultimately led to Russia's annexation of Crimea.
1) Japan has a $4.17 trillion economy focused on manufacturing, particularly motor vehicles, electronics, and machinery.
2) Japan experienced rapid economic growth following World War 2, becoming the world's second largest economy by the late 1970s through the 1980s due to high growth rates of 5-10% annually.
3) While Japan's economy has slowed in recent decades, manufacturing remains the primary economic sector, accounting for around 20% of GDP.
South Korea has experienced alternating periods of democratic and autocratic rule since establishing its first republic in 1948. It transitioned from a poor agricultural economy to a high-tech industrial powerhouse led by large conglomerates like Samsung, Hyundai, and LG. The Korean War devastated the country but US aid and export-focused economic plans rebuilt industry and infrastructure, driving rapid economic growth. South Korea is now the 12th largest economy and a key US trading partner.
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Our goal is to obtain your business expand in other countries. We are an international agency that supports companies in their trading abroad. Columdae offers a wide range of assistance to help you achieve your goal, whether you are new to selling overseas or you are an experienced exporter trying to break into a new market!
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Japan has a long history that influenced its development as an isolated archipelago. It had a policy of isolationism until the 1850s when foreign ships arrived forcing Japan to open. After World War 2, Japan underwent rapid industrialization and economic growth supported by government guidance and private sector cooperation. This post-war economic miracle made Japan a major global economy, though it has since faced challenges like slowing population growth and public debt.
The document discusses key features of India's economic system when it was an underdeveloped country and as it transitioned to becoming a developing country. As an underdeveloped country, India had low per capita income, inequitable income distribution, high poverty rates, a predominant agricultural sector, rapid population growth, unemployment, and technological backwardness. However, over time India saw quantitative gains like rising national income and per capita income. There were also structural changes like a shifting sectoral distribution of domestic product, slow employment changes, and growth in capital goods and financial industries.
The document discusses regional economic integration and different levels of integration between countries. It defines various types of integration agreements like preferential trade areas, free trade areas, customs unions, common markets, and economic unions. It explains that preferential trade areas provide lower trade barriers between member countries than with non-members, while free trade areas remove all trade barriers but maintain external barriers. Customs unions remove internal barriers and adopt a common external trade policy. Common markets allow free movement of goods, services, labor and capital. Economic unions require harmonized economic and fiscal policies along with a common currency. Regional integration can bring economic and political benefits like increased trade, investment, market size and cooperation, but may also result in trade diversion and shifts in employment.
The document summarizes the history of Crimea from ancient Greek colonies established in the 5th century BC through conquests by various powers like the Greeks, Romans, Huns, Kievan Rus, Byzantium, and Mongols. It then discusses Crimea's annexation by the Russian Empire in 1783 and becoming an autonomous republic within Ukraine in 1991 before being annexed again by Russia in 2014. It provides context around rising tensions between Ukraine and Russia over Crimea in the late 2000s and early 2010s that ultimately led to Russia's annexation of Crimea.
1) Japan has a $4.17 trillion economy focused on manufacturing, particularly motor vehicles, electronics, and machinery.
2) Japan experienced rapid economic growth following World War 2, becoming the world's second largest economy by the late 1970s through the 1980s due to high growth rates of 5-10% annually.
3) While Japan's economy has slowed in recent decades, manufacturing remains the primary economic sector, accounting for around 20% of GDP.
South Korea has experienced alternating periods of democratic and autocratic rule since establishing its first republic in 1948. It transitioned from a poor agricultural economy to a high-tech industrial powerhouse led by large conglomerates like Samsung, Hyundai, and LG. The Korean War devastated the country but US aid and export-focused economic plans rebuilt industry and infrastructure, driving rapid economic growth. South Korea is now the 12th largest economy and a key US trading partner.
Columdae
www.columdae.com
Our goal is to obtain your business expand in other countries. We are an international agency that supports companies in their trading abroad. Columdae offers a wide range of assistance to help you achieve your goal, whether you are new to selling overseas or you are an experienced exporter trying to break into a new market!
CUSTOMER SEARCH / TRADE MISSION / MARKET INFORMATION /EXHIBITION SERVICE / ESTABILISHMENT / BUSINESS WALL
Work local, trade global!
Japan has a long history that influenced its development as an isolated archipelago. It had a policy of isolationism until the 1850s when foreign ships arrived forcing Japan to open. After World War 2, Japan underwent rapid industrialization and economic growth supported by government guidance and private sector cooperation. This post-war economic miracle made Japan a major global economy, though it has since faced challenges like slowing population growth and public debt.
The document discusses key features of India's economic system when it was an underdeveloped country and as it transitioned to becoming a developing country. As an underdeveloped country, India had low per capita income, inequitable income distribution, high poverty rates, a predominant agricultural sector, rapid population growth, unemployment, and technological backwardness. However, over time India saw quantitative gains like rising national income and per capita income. There were also structural changes like a shifting sectoral distribution of domestic product, slow employment changes, and growth in capital goods and financial industries.
The document discusses regional economic integration and different levels of integration between countries. It defines various types of integration agreements like preferential trade areas, free trade areas, customs unions, common markets, and economic unions. It explains that preferential trade areas provide lower trade barriers between member countries than with non-members, while free trade areas remove all trade barriers but maintain external barriers. Customs unions remove internal barriers and adopt a common external trade policy. Common markets allow free movement of goods, services, labor and capital. Economic unions require harmonized economic and fiscal policies along with a common currency. Regional integration can bring economic and political benefits like increased trade, investment, market size and cooperation, but may also result in trade diversion and shifts in employment.
The European Union began in 1950 as an economic cooperation between Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands to promote peace and avoid future conflicts. It has since expanded to 27 member states with policies covering not just economics but also areas like environmental protection. The EU has a population of over 500 million people and a combined GDP of over $16 trillion. It uses the euro currency and has legislative, judicial, and executive branches to govern its policies and member states.
This document provides an overview of the evolution of economic integration in South Asia through organizations like SAARC and agreements like SAPTA and SAFTA. It discusses how SAFTA aims to establish a free trade area in South Asia by 2006 by progressively reducing tariffs and removing non-tariff barriers according to schedules. While SAFTA could boost intra-regional trade, there are also challenges to its implementation like the sensitive trade issues between India and Pakistan and countries maintaining sensitive product lists. The document concludes that fully realizing SAFTA's benefits will require addressing regional political and economic diversity.
Regional grouping involves countries within a geographic area joining together for mutual benefit. The European Union began in the 1950s with six founding members and has since grown to include 28 member states. Key objectives of the EU include establishing a single market, customs union, and common policies around issues like agriculture, transportation, and social and economic goals. Members benefit from free trade and movement of goods, services, capital and people across borders, as well as increased economic and political influence on the global stage.
SAARC is a regional intergovernmental organization formed in 1985 with 8 member states in South Asia. It aims to improve cooperation and mutual understanding between the countries. While it has had some successes like trade agreements, SAARC has also faced challenges like political disputes hindering cooperation and each country's desire to dominate. For SAARC to reach its full potential, issues like the India-Pakistan Kashmir dispute would need to be resolved and countries would need to work together more collaboratively.
The document provides an overview of the Japanese economy. It discusses Japan's large population and status as the world's third largest economy. However, since 1989 Japan has been stuck in a liquidity trap with low interest rates and inflation. The document then examines Japan's aggregate demand and supply, including consumption, government spending, investment, exports, costs of production, and wages. It notes challenges such as an aging population, low birth rate, high costs, and declining prices of exports. Potential policy solutions proposed include increasing demand through tax cuts or monetary easing.
Singapore was founded as a British trading colony in 1819 and has become one of the most prosperous countries in the world with the third highest GDP per capita. It has a highly skilled multiethnic population and relies heavily on exports and foreign investment. Singapore has pursued free trade agreements with many countries and trading blocs to remain a global hub for business, shipping, banking, and tourism.
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includes discussion on mixed economy, characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of mixed economy, types of mixed economy, features of mixed economy, best and worst practices in mixed economy and model countries.
Economic reforms were introduced in India in the 1990s led by then Finance Minister Manmohan Singh to liberalize the socialist economy. Prior to reforms, India faced high deficits, low growth at 3.2% annually, and a large unproductive public sector. Reforms aimed to reduce state control over production, establish economic freedom, and dismantle the permit system. Initial results were positive with inflation and interest rates falling and higher growth rates of 4-6% annually in the 1990s compared to 2.9% in the 1980s. However, the reform process has since slowed due to resistance to further changes and a lack of political will to implement additional reforms.
The IMF was established in 1944 at the Bretton Woods Conference to promote international monetary cooperation and stability. It currently has 188 member countries. The IMF works to foster global growth and economic stability through its main functions of surveillance, technical assistance, and financial support. It is governed by the Board of Governors and managed by an Executive Board and Managing Director. While the IMF aims to stabilize currencies and financial systems, its policies have also faced criticism for imposing austerity that negatively impacts social services, labor rights, and the environment in some member countries.
This document defines and compares different types of terms of trade, including commodity terms of trade, gross barter terms of trade, income terms of trade, single factoral terms of trade, and double factoral terms of trade. It provides formulas for calculating each type and examples to demonstrate how they are used. It also discusses the limitations and criticisms of each approach.
Presentation for the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) tailored to a delegation from the Papua New Guinea education ministry visiting western Japan for technical training subsidized by the Japanese government. Focus on Japanese people, society, economics, energy and other issues.
International Monetary Fund (IMF) finalMayur Panchal
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) was established in 1944 to promote international monetary cooperation and stability. It is governed by its 188 member countries and seeks to facilitate international trade, promote sustainable economic growth, and reduce poverty. The IMF provides loans to countries experiencing economic difficulties, engages in economic surveillance of its members, and offers technical assistance and training. It is governed by the Board of Governors and managed by an Executive Board and staff led by a Managing Director.
South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation - SAARC - International Busi...manumelwin
The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is an economic and geopolitical union of eight member nations that are primarily located in South asia contingent. Its secretariat is headquartered in Kathmandu, Nepal.
The document discusses the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) which established rules for free trade between Canada, the United States, and Mexico. NAFTA systematically eliminated tariff and non-tariff barriers to trade and investment. It aims to promote fair competition, increase investment opportunities, protect intellectual property rights, and establish frameworks for cooperation. NAFTA has increased trade, investment, and economic growth in North America but has also been criticized for negative impacts on some workers and farmers.
This a Presentation on AU, EU, APEC, NAFTA, AFTA, SAPTA, LAFTA, ASEAN. I have made this based on my assignment what is based on some trade organizations :-)
This document discusses various instruments of trade policy including non-tariff barriers and their effects on trade. It begins by describing how quotas, export subsidies, and other policies work. It then explains how each policy affects prices, trade flows, and welfare in both small and large countries. Specific examples are provided on the EU's agricultural subsidies, US sugar quotas, Japan's auto export restraint, and local content rules. Transportation costs are also covered along with their implications for trade patterns. The document closes by discussing arguments for and against free trade.
The document discusses trade agreements and regional trade agreements. It provides examples of major regional trade agreements like the EU, NAFTA, and ASEAN. It also explains different levels of economic integration between countries, from free trade areas to customs unions and single markets. A customs union like the EU abolishes tariffs between members but sets a common external tariff. It can lead to both trade creation and trade diversion effects.
This document provides an overview of public finance in Pakistan. It discusses key topics such as the public finance cycle, formulation of fiscal policy, generation of revenue through taxes and other sources, expenditure through the national budget, public borrowings, and accountability. The document outlines the major components of the public finance system and how money flows into and out of the government.
The document discusses the economic development of the four Asian Tigers - South Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taiwan. It outlines that in the 1960s-1970s, these economies experienced rapid industrialization and high growth rates of over 7% annually by focusing on exports, increasing education levels, high savings rates, and receptive political systems. Specifically, it notes that Hong Kong grew its GDP 180-fold through services and exports, Singapore attracted foreign investment and focused on exports and refining imports, South Korea emphasized trade and large conglomerates, and Taiwan reformed through a 19-point program and US aid. The success of the Asian Tigers served as models for other developing economies in the region.
Structure of industries PPT MBA INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT Babasab Patil
The document discusses the structure and development of industries in India under various Five Year Plans since independence. It notes that at independence, India's industrial structure was imbalanced and underdeveloped. The Five Year Plans aimed to industrialize the economy by prioritizing the development of basic and heavy industries as well as infrastructure. Over time, the industrial sector grew in importance and diversified, though growth rates varied across plans. The role of the public sector in industrialization has also declined with increased privatization.
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by several countries and two oceans. It has nine provinces and over 44 million people. The main languages include Afrikaans, English, Zulu, Xhosa, and Tswana. The climate is moderate with warm summers and mild winters. South Africa is a democracy with Jacob Zuma as President and has a diverse economy focused on industries like mining, farming, and automotive. Tourism also contributes significantly to the economy.
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by several countries. It has nine provinces and various geographic features including Table Mountain, the Indian and Atlantic Oceans, and Cape Point. The climate is moderate with four seasons. The environment includes the springbok as national animal and protea as national flower. South Africa has a diverse population that speaks 11 official languages and celebrates various holidays and traditions. The economy relies on industries like farming, mining, and automotive and tourism also contributes. South Africa is a democracy with the ANC as the ruling party and Jacob Zuma as president.
The European Union began in 1950 as an economic cooperation between Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands to promote peace and avoid future conflicts. It has since expanded to 27 member states with policies covering not just economics but also areas like environmental protection. The EU has a population of over 500 million people and a combined GDP of over $16 trillion. It uses the euro currency and has legislative, judicial, and executive branches to govern its policies and member states.
This document provides an overview of the evolution of economic integration in South Asia through organizations like SAARC and agreements like SAPTA and SAFTA. It discusses how SAFTA aims to establish a free trade area in South Asia by 2006 by progressively reducing tariffs and removing non-tariff barriers according to schedules. While SAFTA could boost intra-regional trade, there are also challenges to its implementation like the sensitive trade issues between India and Pakistan and countries maintaining sensitive product lists. The document concludes that fully realizing SAFTA's benefits will require addressing regional political and economic diversity.
Regional grouping involves countries within a geographic area joining together for mutual benefit. The European Union began in the 1950s with six founding members and has since grown to include 28 member states. Key objectives of the EU include establishing a single market, customs union, and common policies around issues like agriculture, transportation, and social and economic goals. Members benefit from free trade and movement of goods, services, capital and people across borders, as well as increased economic and political influence on the global stage.
SAARC is a regional intergovernmental organization formed in 1985 with 8 member states in South Asia. It aims to improve cooperation and mutual understanding between the countries. While it has had some successes like trade agreements, SAARC has also faced challenges like political disputes hindering cooperation and each country's desire to dominate. For SAARC to reach its full potential, issues like the India-Pakistan Kashmir dispute would need to be resolved and countries would need to work together more collaboratively.
The document provides an overview of the Japanese economy. It discusses Japan's large population and status as the world's third largest economy. However, since 1989 Japan has been stuck in a liquidity trap with low interest rates and inflation. The document then examines Japan's aggregate demand and supply, including consumption, government spending, investment, exports, costs of production, and wages. It notes challenges such as an aging population, low birth rate, high costs, and declining prices of exports. Potential policy solutions proposed include increasing demand through tax cuts or monetary easing.
Singapore was founded as a British trading colony in 1819 and has become one of the most prosperous countries in the world with the third highest GDP per capita. It has a highly skilled multiethnic population and relies heavily on exports and foreign investment. Singapore has pursued free trade agreements with many countries and trading blocs to remain a global hub for business, shipping, banking, and tourism.
Used in Economics with TAR.
includes discussion on mixed economy, characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of mixed economy, types of mixed economy, features of mixed economy, best and worst practices in mixed economy and model countries.
Economic reforms were introduced in India in the 1990s led by then Finance Minister Manmohan Singh to liberalize the socialist economy. Prior to reforms, India faced high deficits, low growth at 3.2% annually, and a large unproductive public sector. Reforms aimed to reduce state control over production, establish economic freedom, and dismantle the permit system. Initial results were positive with inflation and interest rates falling and higher growth rates of 4-6% annually in the 1990s compared to 2.9% in the 1980s. However, the reform process has since slowed due to resistance to further changes and a lack of political will to implement additional reforms.
The IMF was established in 1944 at the Bretton Woods Conference to promote international monetary cooperation and stability. It currently has 188 member countries. The IMF works to foster global growth and economic stability through its main functions of surveillance, technical assistance, and financial support. It is governed by the Board of Governors and managed by an Executive Board and Managing Director. While the IMF aims to stabilize currencies and financial systems, its policies have also faced criticism for imposing austerity that negatively impacts social services, labor rights, and the environment in some member countries.
This document defines and compares different types of terms of trade, including commodity terms of trade, gross barter terms of trade, income terms of trade, single factoral terms of trade, and double factoral terms of trade. It provides formulas for calculating each type and examples to demonstrate how they are used. It also discusses the limitations and criticisms of each approach.
Presentation for the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) tailored to a delegation from the Papua New Guinea education ministry visiting western Japan for technical training subsidized by the Japanese government. Focus on Japanese people, society, economics, energy and other issues.
International Monetary Fund (IMF) finalMayur Panchal
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) was established in 1944 to promote international monetary cooperation and stability. It is governed by its 188 member countries and seeks to facilitate international trade, promote sustainable economic growth, and reduce poverty. The IMF provides loans to countries experiencing economic difficulties, engages in economic surveillance of its members, and offers technical assistance and training. It is governed by the Board of Governors and managed by an Executive Board and staff led by a Managing Director.
South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation - SAARC - International Busi...manumelwin
The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is an economic and geopolitical union of eight member nations that are primarily located in South asia contingent. Its secretariat is headquartered in Kathmandu, Nepal.
The document discusses the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) which established rules for free trade between Canada, the United States, and Mexico. NAFTA systematically eliminated tariff and non-tariff barriers to trade and investment. It aims to promote fair competition, increase investment opportunities, protect intellectual property rights, and establish frameworks for cooperation. NAFTA has increased trade, investment, and economic growth in North America but has also been criticized for negative impacts on some workers and farmers.
This a Presentation on AU, EU, APEC, NAFTA, AFTA, SAPTA, LAFTA, ASEAN. I have made this based on my assignment what is based on some trade organizations :-)
This document discusses various instruments of trade policy including non-tariff barriers and their effects on trade. It begins by describing how quotas, export subsidies, and other policies work. It then explains how each policy affects prices, trade flows, and welfare in both small and large countries. Specific examples are provided on the EU's agricultural subsidies, US sugar quotas, Japan's auto export restraint, and local content rules. Transportation costs are also covered along with their implications for trade patterns. The document closes by discussing arguments for and against free trade.
The document discusses trade agreements and regional trade agreements. It provides examples of major regional trade agreements like the EU, NAFTA, and ASEAN. It also explains different levels of economic integration between countries, from free trade areas to customs unions and single markets. A customs union like the EU abolishes tariffs between members but sets a common external tariff. It can lead to both trade creation and trade diversion effects.
This document provides an overview of public finance in Pakistan. It discusses key topics such as the public finance cycle, formulation of fiscal policy, generation of revenue through taxes and other sources, expenditure through the national budget, public borrowings, and accountability. The document outlines the major components of the public finance system and how money flows into and out of the government.
The document discusses the economic development of the four Asian Tigers - South Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taiwan. It outlines that in the 1960s-1970s, these economies experienced rapid industrialization and high growth rates of over 7% annually by focusing on exports, increasing education levels, high savings rates, and receptive political systems. Specifically, it notes that Hong Kong grew its GDP 180-fold through services and exports, Singapore attracted foreign investment and focused on exports and refining imports, South Korea emphasized trade and large conglomerates, and Taiwan reformed through a 19-point program and US aid. The success of the Asian Tigers served as models for other developing economies in the region.
Structure of industries PPT MBA INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT Babasab Patil
The document discusses the structure and development of industries in India under various Five Year Plans since independence. It notes that at independence, India's industrial structure was imbalanced and underdeveloped. The Five Year Plans aimed to industrialize the economy by prioritizing the development of basic and heavy industries as well as infrastructure. Over time, the industrial sector grew in importance and diversified, though growth rates varied across plans. The role of the public sector in industrialization has also declined with increased privatization.
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by several countries and two oceans. It has nine provinces and over 44 million people. The main languages include Afrikaans, English, Zulu, Xhosa, and Tswana. The climate is moderate with warm summers and mild winters. South Africa is a democracy with Jacob Zuma as President and has a diverse economy focused on industries like mining, farming, and automotive. Tourism also contributes significantly to the economy.
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by several countries. It has nine provinces and various geographic features including Table Mountain, the Indian and Atlantic Oceans, and Cape Point. The climate is moderate with four seasons. The environment includes the springbok as national animal and protea as national flower. South Africa has a diverse population that speaks 11 official languages and celebrates various holidays and traditions. The economy relies on industries like farming, mining, and automotive and tourism also contributes. South Africa is a democracy with the ANC as the ruling party and Jacob Zuma as president.
This document discusses the concept of utility in economics. It defines utility as the satisfaction derived from consuming a good or service. Utility is subjective and varies between individuals. The document outlines two approaches to utility - the cardinal approach which views utility as measurable, and the ordinal approach which sees utility as only able to be compared. It also discusses total utility, marginal utility, diminishing marginal utility, and indifference curves in analyzing utility.
Adjustments in Latvia and Greece: Lessons for EuropeLatvijas Banka
Statement by Gabriele Giudice, Head of Unit, ECFIN.G3: Greece, European Commission at the Conference "Have We Learnt Anything from the Crisis?" in Riga, Latvia. 17.10.2014
Monetary policy in the euro area: lessons from the crisis and challenges aheadLatvijas Banka
The document discusses lessons from the euro area crisis and ongoing challenges for monetary policy. It notes that while the ECB effectively dealt with liquidity issues, solvency problems involving banks and sovereigns were postponed. This led to a correlation between bank and sovereign risk that hindered the real economy. Current challenges include dealing with bank restructuring and maintaining accommodative financial conditions to support recovery, as interest rates remain too tight.
Greece accumulated high levels of debt in the decade before the financial crisis when markets were liquid. This led to a sovereign debt crisis as the financial crisis deepened and liquidity dried up, making borrowing more difficult and expensive. The crisis impacted Greece through lower incomes, savings, capital flows and sector output like tourism and shipping that contribute significantly to GDP. The European Union, IMF and ECB implemented measures like bailout loans and austerity programs to reduce Greece's deficit while the ECB also engaged in bond purchases to increase confidence. Protests have occurred against austerity cuts while leaders debate solutions to the dilemma of whether to continue supporting Greece or risk default.
This document discusses different types of economic systems. It defines a traditional economy as one based on customs and traditions where resources are owned by a sovereign. A market economy is based on individual choices where private firms produce for profit. A centrally planned economy gives the government control over production and distribution. A mixed economy incorporates aspects of market and planned systems, with both government and private sectors.
This document discusses monetary policy and how it is used by central banks to control the supply of money and achieve goals such as price stability. It describes expansionary and contractionary monetary policy and how central banks use tools like open market operations and adjusting required reserve ratios. Open market operations work by buying or selling government bonds to commercial banks and the public to increase or decrease bank reserves and the overall money supply. The goals of monetary policy are outlined as price stability, high employment, economic growth, stability of financial markets, and stability in foreign exchange markets.
Zimbabwe is facing many political and economic problems under the leadership of President Robert Mugabe since 1980. Mugabe has used intimidation tactics to remain in power through flawed elections and seized white-owned farms in 2000, contributing to Zimbabwe becoming unable to feed itself despite being once known as the "breadbasket of Africa". The document examines Zimbabwe's crisis and attributes much of the blame to Mugabe's authoritarian leadership over the past several decades.
The document discusses the theory of demand and supply. It defines key concepts like demand, supply, equilibrium, and determinants. It explains the laws of demand and supply - that quantity demanded increases when price decreases and quantity supplied increases when price increases. The document also discusses how shifts in demand or supply curves impact equilibrium price and quantity in the market.
The document compares key economic indicators of China and the United States, including:
- A healthy GDP growth rate is 7.5% for China and 3% for the US.
- Healthy unemployment rates are 4% for China and 5% for the US.
- Healthy inflation rates are ≤2% for China and ≤3% for the US.
The document also analyzes China's foreign trade relationships and investments.
Zambia Economic Dilemma: Aid and Copper DependencyNeekunz Bhandari
This presentation briefly discusses Zambian's political and economic history and its relation to aid, and copper mining industries since its independence in 1964. The presentation, however, doesn't deal with policy implications adopted by the different governments including Kaunda's government till 1990.
South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa, is the southernmost sovereign state in Africa.
It is bounded on the south by 2,798 kilometers of coastline of Southern Africa stretching along the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans, on the north by the neighbouring countries of Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe, and on the east by Mozambique and Swaziland, and surrounding the kingdom of Lesotho.
South Africa is a multiethnic society encompassing a wide variety of cultures, languages, and religions.
Its pluralistic makeup is reflected in the constitution's recognition of 11 official languages, which is among the highest number of any country in the world.
South Africa has the seventh-highest per capita income in Africa. However, poverty and inequality remain widespread, with about a quarter of the population unemployed and living on less than US$1.25 a day.
The document summarizes the economic performance of Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) member countries in 2015. Key points:
- Economic growth in the region lagged global growth due to slowing growth in China and falling commodity prices, which impacted commodity exporters. Tourism-reliant economies fared relatively better.
- Natural disasters in Dominica and The Bahamas caused damage and slowed economic growth. Unemployment remained high, especially among youth. Inflation fell across most countries due to lower commodity prices.
- While most countries' debt levels increased or remained high, some like Jamaica and Grenada reduced their debt burdens through fiscal consolidation and debt restructuring. External balances improved for non-oil exporters
This document analyzes income inequality in South Africa. It begins with an introduction discussing economic inequality and its negative social impacts. Section 2 then provides a global outlook on rising income inequality trends across regions. Key causes of inequality discussed in Section 3 include wealth concentration, labor market disparities, taxes, education, and globalization. Section 5 analyzes the specific drivers of inequality in South Africa, including its apartheid legacy and contemporary trends. The document concludes by discussing policies aimed at addressing income inequality.
Tony Hawkins investigates how to make economic growth benefit the poor in Zimbabwe.
Presented at 'Moving Forward with Pro-poor Reconstruction in Zimbabwe' International Conference, Harare, Zimbabwe, (25 and 26 August 2009)
World bank zambia economic brief 6 december 2015Gregory Smith
The document summarizes recent economic developments in Zambia and analyzes the country's power crisis. It finds that Zambia faces significant economic challenges in 2015-2016 due to external headwinds like falling commodity prices and domestic issues including a severe power crisis and large fiscal deficits. Growth is projected to slow below 4% in 2015 and 3-3.5% in 2016-2017. The power crisis is straining all sectors of the economy and urgent action is needed to increase generation capacity and reduce reliance on expensive emergency power. Long-term solutions like improving planning and increasing renewable energy are also discussed.
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The document discusses Africa's economic growth and challenges before and during the global crisis. Before the crisis, Africa saw sustained growth averaging 4% annually in 22 non-oil countries from 1998-2008, due to higher commodity prices, increased aid and capital flows, and improved policies. However, Africa was still hit hard by the crisis through declines in private capital, remittances, tourism, and commodity prices. This caused growth to decline and increased poverty, reversing a decade of progress. The document outlines Africa's medium-term challenges of infrastructure deficits, competitiveness, youth unemployment, and climate change risks to agriculture.
Analysis Of Zimbabwe-International Trade (2006-2016)Nicole Heredia
Zimbabwe has transitioned from a net exporting nation to a net importing one since 2006. Its exports fell due to political instability and poor government policies, while imports rose. The majority of Zimbabwe's population works in primary industries like agriculture and mining, but the tertiary sector earns the most income. Zimbabwe imports refined petroleum, corn, and electricity, and exports raw tobacco, gold, nickel ore, and diamonds, primarily to South Africa. Its GDP per capita declined from 2006 to 2008 due to economic crises but has since recovered slightly.
Broadway & oni 2015 africa financial intelligence review copypasteads.comjackpot201
2015 was a difficult year for many African markets according to the document. The Nigerian and Botswanan stock markets performed poorly and well respectively. Commodity exports from Africa also declined significantly. However, cocoa futures performed better than oil and copper. Two notable presidential elections saw Muhammadu Buhari elected in Nigeria and John Pombe Magufuli in Tanzania. Terrorism also remained a major issue, with Boko Haram, Al Shabaab, and other militant groups causing thousands of deaths. Egypt announced plans for a new capital city, while MTN Nigeria was fined $3.9 billion by Nigerian regulators. South Africa saw political turmoil with its finance minister replaced twice in one week.
Broadway & Oni: 2015 Africa Financial Intelligence ReviewBroadway & Oni
- Several of Africa's major stock markets performed poorly in 2015, with Nigeria's stock exchange performing the worst. Commodity exports like oil, gas, and copper were also down over 15%.
- Major political events included Muhammadu Buhari being elected president of Nigeria and John Pombe Magufuli being elected president of Tanzania.
- Terrorism remained a major issue, with Boko Haram, Al Shabaab, and Fulani militants responsible for over 8,000 deaths across Africa.
The document discusses South Africa's economic history and challenges. It describes the country's economic growth in the 2000s due to fiscal prudence and rising commodity prices. However, since 2012, economic growth has stagnated. The document outlines different economic policies and programs implemented since the end of apartheid, and factors that have hindered growth, including high unemployment, wasteful government spending, and electricity shortages. It stresses the importance for investors to understand these economic challenges and consider diversifying portfolios with offshore investments.
The African Transformation Movement believes that South Africa's long mismanaged economy, not COVID-19, is responsible for the 2.2 million job losses reported in the second quarter of 2020. They argue that continued lockdown is destroying the economy and enabling rampant corruption, while failing to support small businesses and the informal sector that could boost employment. ATM is calling for an end to the lockdown and a shift in focus to growing the economy through supporting small businesses and local manufacturing.
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Africa has infinite potential. With numerous resources, an improving business climate and better economic governance, the numbers showing growth have been very positive. This presentation covers topics that speak on Africa's growth and where it can go. Here's a few stats that show how well the continent is doing:
A report from the African development bank said 33% of Africa's countries have GDP growth rates higher than 6%.
The costs of starting a business dropped upwards of 66% over the last 7 years.
The continent's middle class is growing at a very quick rate - approximately 350 million Africans now earn between $2 and $20 a day.
The share of the population living below the poverty line in Africa has dropped from 51% in 2005 to 39% in 2012.
Africa's collective GDP was $1.6 trillion in 2008, which was roughly equal to Brazil and Russia's GDP.
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The document discusses underdeveloped economies around the world. It begins by defining an underdeveloped economy as having low living standards, high poverty, low income, poor health services, and reliance on foreign aid. It then compares developed and underdeveloped economies, noting that underdeveloped economies typically have lower income, more poverty, reliance on agriculture, and underutilized resources.
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The Oil prices are dropping and the import and export reduction can result in dropping the currency value of UAE, they are earning money by tourism and air transport the pandemic already reduces the activities so there are many chances that the currency of UAE would badly fall if they would not control the pandemic on time. Tourism and Air transport is a total of 11 % of the total GDP of the UAE, it can drastically fall. The companies and banking sector are already affected so there are many chances the currency may lose its value. UAE have to reduce their tourism and air transport prices to overcome such issues in time.
Measures
UAE has to take serious steps to overcome such issues, the biggest issue can be unemployment because of a reduction in trade and tourism. The UAE government should focus on making plans to help needy people and employers who lost their jobs, the countries like the USA and Denmark are creating a trillion dollars budget for the people who lost their jobs. UAE has the most job holders are from India and Pakistan if they delay the budget plan the companies can be turned off eventually.
To overcome the pandemic and economic issues, they must focus on giving people relief so they can again in UAE for its prosperity. The banking sector must give the companies relief packages for loan repayment and they must give them additional packages to employers and companies to overcome financial issues. Top companies in the UAE must receive additio.
My country UAE No reflection UAE relies heavily on the busin.docxroushhsiu
My country UAE No reflection
UAE relies heavily on the business of oil and tourism; they are providing 5.8 percent of the oil to other countries in the world. Saudi Arabia is the biggest provider and seller of oil in the world. UAE is earning money by transportation and tourism, the pandemic has a drastic effect on the economy already and the transportation is ban as there are many cases in UAE, the country earned 19.5 $ billion in 2019 by air transportation and it is around 5% percent of GDP last year. It is expected that the UAE GDP will reduce to 2.5 % this year. It is noted that the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) index is reduced to 2.36 percent (40.79 points) to 1,682.08, while the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) dropped 2.18 percent to 3,676.46 points. "The government is making plans to announce financial support and the firms have a chance to receive additional debts.
The import and export figures of Gold are very important for UAE because UAE is the major country to import the unwrought gold and they export it in semi-worked and jewelry form that is 25 percent of their total export. The import and export can affect the economy as there is no trade going on in the world, India is on top to purchase the Gold from UAE. If the Gold prices push higher and the rupee falls the major threat is that Indian migrant workers would stop investing in the business. They are many in numbers and if they would send their money to home instead of investing it will reduce the import and export.
The Oil prices are dropping and the import and export reduction can result in dropping the currency value of UAE, they are earning money by tourism and air transport the pandemic already reduces the activities so there are many chances that the currency of UAE would badly fall if they would not control the pandemic on time. Tourism and Air transport is a total of 11 % of the total GDP of the UAE, it can drastically fall. The companies and banking sector are already affected so there are many chances the currency may lose its value. UAE have to reduce their tourism and air transport prices to overcome such issues in time.
Measures
UAE has to take serious steps to overcome such issues, the biggest issue can be unemployment because of a reduction in trade and tourism. The UAE government should focus on making plans to help needy people and employers who lost their jobs, the countries like the USA and Denmark are creating a trillion dollars budget for the people who lost their jobs. UAE has the most job holders are from India and Pakistan if they delay the budget plan the companies can be turned off eventually.
To overcome the pandemic and economic issues, they must focus on giving people relief so they can again in UAE for its prosperity. The banking sector must give the companies relief packages for loan repayment and they must give them additional packages to employers and companies to overcome financial issues. Top companies in the UAE must receive additio ...
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2. Growth and jobs
Since 1996, and the early days of South Africa’s
independence, the GEAR programme (Growth,
Employment & Redistribution) has set out to
promote jobs and growth.
Growth was estimated to be 6%, but between 1996
and 2008, it actually levelled out at 3.2%
Since the financial crisis, growth has continued to
slow, now down to 1.9%
The current ANC government plan to replace GEAR
with a new National Development Plan to boost
growth in the face of economic uncertainty.
3. Debts and deficits
One obstacle facing any future South African
government is the rising trade deficit (currently at
6%), as well as government debt, which is currently
4% of GDP.
Unemployment is also a concern for the government,
as it currently stands at 24%.
4. Mining
Mining is one of the bedrocks of the South African
economy.
Commodity exports account for 60% of South
Africa’s foreign revenues, but mining only
contributes to 10% of economic activity.
Strikes have recently been causing a challenge to the
mining sector.
Companies have lost as much as $590million in sales
and workers have lost $500 million wages.
5. Cost of living
In the past year, the South African currency, the
rand, has lost 20% of its value.
This has been partly due to the removal of stimulus
by the United States, which has added to the fragility
of the South African economy.
The cost of goods has been pushed up, meaning that
expenses such as food, transport and housing are
proving much more difficult to afford.
6. Delivery of services
South African municipalities are having problems
delivering services, with fewer than 20 out of 284
municipalities have successfully delivered water,
electricity and housing.
This has, in turn, led to many protests in areas of
South Africa, especially in poorer black communities.
There has been some concern that South Africa could
see something similar to the “Arab Spring” if
problems are not fixed.
7. Corruption
South Africa has been hit by several corruption
scandals since the 1990s.
For example, South African President Jacob Zuma
has been accused of using $23 million of taxpayer’s
money to renovate a luxury government residence.
News such as this adds to growing dissatisfaction
with the South African government.