Analysis of geographical consequences of global systems for international trade and access to markets
Global systems — such as trade agreements and transnational corporations — shape who wins and who loses from international trade. Their consequences play out differently across places, people, and environments.
Real World
Zambia earns most of its export revenue from copper, yet Chinese manufacturers import that copper cheaply, add value by producing electronics, and sell the finished goods globally — Zambia's GDP per capita remains under $1,500 while China's manufacturers capture the profit.
Exam Focus
When asked to 'analyse', identify both winners and losers and explain the geographical reasons why outcomes differ between countries.
Essay Framework
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