... assume the globalization of production as a fact, and concentrate on the effects that globalization has on people's welfare. However, there exists a third approach, an agency-centred approach that does not rule out liberal or Marxist perspectives but shifts attention to concentrate on how government policy can shape the consequences of globalization. It asks where globalization came from, who wanted it, who ... rules to require countries to reduce their tariffs (a policy recommended by neo-liberals). Many countries wanted change but those that didn't found themselves under pressure from...

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... . Assigned third-world economy status, dependent upon the world market, and caught amid social and political wars, Africa has not adapted well to the changes thrust upon it by colonial rule. But while historical events have played a significant role in condemning Africa to poverty and underdevelopment, African leaders themselves have also failed to own up to their leadership responsibilities. A factor contributing ... that indigenous ruling classes would have catapulted themselves from pre-capitalist levels of wealth to modern bourgeoisie affluence. Did Africans benefit from colonialism?...

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... . Assigned third-world economy status, dependent upon the world market, and caught amid social and political wars, Africa has not adapted well to the changes thrust upon it by colonial rule. But while historical events have played a significant role in condemning Africa to poverty and underdevelopment, African leaders themselves have also failed to own up to their leadership responsibilities. A factor contributing ... that indigenous ruling classes would have catapulted themselves from pre-capitalist levels of wealth to modern bourgeoisie affluence. Did Africans benefit from colonialism?...

• Word Count: 917
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• Grade Level: Graduate