global cities Flashcards
an urban center that enjoys significant competitive advantages and that serves as a hub within a globalized economic system
global cities
Domination of the trade and economy of a large surrounding area
global cities
Headquarters of numerous multinational corporations
global cities
Major manufacturing centers with port and container facilities
global cities
Centers of new ideas and innovation in business, economics, and culture
global cities
Centers of digital and other media and communications for global networks
global cities
T/F
global cities have a low percentage of residents employed in the services sector and information sector
F (high)
T/F
global cities have a low percentage of residents employed in the services sector and information sector
F (high)
T/F
High-quality educational institutions, including renowned universities and research facilities; and attracting international student attendance
T
T/F
Global cities have multi-functional infrastructure offering some of the best legal, medical, and entertainment facilities in the country
T
T/F
low diversity in language, culture, religion, and ideologies
F (high)
how many global cities are there
300
what are the most prominent metropolises
New York, London, Paris, Tokyo
6 categories for global cities
economic
research and development
culture interaction
livability
environment
accessibility
has become one of the pre-eminent indicators of a global city’s ranking
strength (financial center)
