To consolidate their standing as the major powers of Europe, there was a concentrated effort in the spread of industrialisation throughout a previously predominate agricultural based European economy. The development of modern state systems throughout a previously static governmental system also came to the fore through constitutional reforms of the great powers. ... This changed after Napoleon as national governments became more centralised and there was a widespread adoption of direct rule throughout Europe extending governmental communication into the very dept...

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The arguments are based on findings and research from online sources, books, journals, case studies and others. ... The policy was based on some strong arguments which were centering two main points: "Promote and support work-based learning" and "Promote training that delivers real benefits for business" (BIS, Department for Business, Innovation and Skills). According to the government the legislation was a reflection to evidence stating that close to 10 million employees work without any sort of development every year since only 35 per cent of the employers have training...

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Stronger governments have had more choice than weaker governments concerning their response to global pressures for more international and less regulated economic activities. Even the weakest government, however, has had some room for manoeuvre. ... Furthermore, governments need business, and business's tax revenues to provide their citizens with expected services. State citizens also expect to be provided with good job prospects and rising incomes, or governments will lose power. ... Liberals argue that governments should want to promote free trade to make everyone wealthier. ...

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Another function is that of intelligence gathering, where ambassadors collect information about the host state, its conditions, developments and policies, and report them directly to the home government. This is important in providing the home government with information and advice for the formulation of policies towards that host country. ... Improved technology and communication, and the presence of an international media are challenging the function of the diplomat as an observer and reporter, since the home government can now enjoy easy access to information. Also, globalization is ref...

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The clan system was based on the principle of supporting family members or friends due to the fact their loyalty could be rarely questioned. It also links to the structure of Napoleon's government as prefects which were head of independent departments were often friends of Napoleon and were appointed by the First Consul because of Napoleon's confidence in them completing their job to the best of their ability through their loyalty to Napoleon, which is why Napoleon is likely to have appointed family members and friends such as Murat in high positions. ... This trend is also followed ...

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Since 2005, the World Economic Forum has based its competitiveness analysis on the Global Competitiveness Index (GCI), a comprehensive tool that measures the microeconomic and macroeconomic foundations of national competitiveness. ... First Pillar - Institutions The institutional environment is determined by the legal and administrative framework within which individuals, firms, and governments interact to generate wealth. ... Government attitudes toward markets and freedoms and the efficiency of its operations are also very important: excessive bureaucracy and red tape, over-regulation, corr...

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