At the start of the century the economy and society were faced with challenges and interdependences, which could originally be found in the progressing globalisation in the fragmentation of the world markets and the threatened environment. In the context of increasing global networks for successful accomplishment of these meaningful challenges of the future, a democratically legitimate policy, as well as a well prepared corresponding organisation of the company is required.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Globalisation
- Development of Globalisation, Interdependences and Challenges
- Restructuring of the East European Economy
- Consequences of Restructuring the East European Economy
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This text analyzes the challenges and interdependencies faced by the global economy and society at the start of the 21st century, primarily focusing on the impact of globalization. It examines the restructuring of the East European economy following the fall of communism and its resulting social and economic consequences.
- The multifaceted challenges of globalization
- The impact of population growth and increased production on resource scarcity and the environment
- The risks and opportunities presented by technological advancements
- The socio-economic consequences of the restructuring of the East European economy
- The interdependencies between regional, systematic, and chronological factors in global challenges
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The initial section provides an overview of globalization's development, highlighting the interdependencies and challenges it presents, including population growth, increased production, and technological advancements. It touches on issues such as resource scarcity, environmental strain, and the potential for social and political instability. The subsequent section delves into the economic and social ramifications of the restructuring of the East European economies after the fall of communism. This section analyzes the initial euphoria, the subsequent challenges in economic transition, and the difficulties in achieving rapid affluence and integration with Western economies. Specific problems such as the need for massive capital investment, the divide between productivity and salaries, and the threat of deindustrialization are discussed. The section concludes before reaching a final assessment of the success or failure of the restructuring process.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Globalization, economic restructuring, East European economies, population growth, resource scarcity, environmental challenges, technological advancements, social inequality, economic transition, post-communist economies, market economy, state intervention.
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- Christian Kollorz (Autor), 2011, Globalisation, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/183206
