Definition

Question 1

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Answer 1

Interdependence is the theory that nations depend on each other economically, politically, socially and environmentally. Many contemporary societies are now classed as ​interdependent ​as they rely heavily on the decisions of other countries, meaning they would struggle and be detrimentally affected without them.

Question 2

Economic Interdependence

Answer 2

TRADE- more nations participate in international trade, more access to products and services. Countries rely on other countries to supply their needs and buy exported products

EMPLOYMENT- jobs generated in new areas. Labour provides a workforce which allows countries to develop

TNC’s and Investment- TNCs operate in several countries. Invest in developing countries, bring technology, employment and infrastructure

Question 3

Political interdependence

Answer 3

INTERGOVERNMENTAL ORGANISATIONS- global systems are supported by international organisations eh IMF and World Bank facilitate international capital flows and WTO

SECURITY & STABILITY: Globalisation will lead to greater political stability. Nations co-operate more

WORLD PEACE

Question 4

Social Interdependence

Answer 4

HEALTH- WHO

EDUCATION- Increase in student foreign exchange programmes

CULTURE- Social ties between countries strengthened through migration. Eg, large Indian diaspora settled in UK has deepened country’s relationship with India

Question 5

Environmental

Answer 5

GLOBAL COMMONS- all countries interdependent due to shared resources in oceans and atmosphere

CLIMATE CHANGE- Summits, UN Environment Programme, COP 26

Question 5

Environmental

Answer 5

GLOBAL COMMONS- all countries interdependent due to shared resources in oceans and atmosphere

CLIMATE CHANGE- Summits, UN Environment Programme, COP 26