Chapter 23
In what way(s) do you see the historical developments described in this chapter continuing to evolve in our world today?
* Globalization - Economy
As mentioned in the previous chapter, the restructuring of national alliances has begun to shift. nations arise from the shadows of others and or rise from the ashes of former nations demanding o be seen and heard in the global market. The unification of a global market has borne a World Bank and a supporting International Money Fund to guide all nations in commerce and economy.
* International Commerce - Bento Box Concept (Oil Tankers & Container Shipping)
Small nations that can not complete with the military or population numbers against world powers now have importance with their own resources (elemental, oil, and/or agriculture strength). International Trade is now the battleground for the survival of a nation. Having a climate monopoly in agriculture can fuel a smaller nation to have the corner of the market in agriculture or production. The days of the ruling are over, it is the age of high-speed internet trading and e-commerce.
* Modern Environmentalism
Technology has now allowed all nations to look back on developments and begin to map out mistakes and new possibilities to restore the planet's environment. Advancements in science have proof that our former ways of development have caused damage to the world and is taking us to the breaking point of maximum survival levels. The world has grown from 2.3 billion after WWII to now 7.8 billion inhabitants. A growth spurt of that magnitude has damage, irrevocable environmental damage. Our very own existence is at foot. nations that have the resources to research and make change MUST do so. Nations that can change their agricultural, mining, and manufacturing MUST also change. The future for us all is now at stake.
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