L2 (part 2) Flashcards
(56 cards)
Factors affecting the activities of an economic entity:
- Social factors
- Environmental Factors
- Economic Factors
labor resources, staff motivation, safety of the working process and decent working conditions, corporate culture are examples of?
Social Factors
rational use of land, waste management, control over the use of water resources, carbon dioxide emissions are examples of?
Environmental factors
organizational structure, economic and information security, quality of management and rational use of attracted resources, the use of new technologies are examples of?
Economic Factors
Factors that Affect the Global Economy
- Macroeconomic Policies
- Trade and Globalization
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Technology and Innovations
- Demographics
- Natural Resources and Environmental Factors
is a complex system influence by
numerous factor
global economy
implemented by governments and central banks have a profound effect on the global economy.
Macroeconomics policies
includes stock exchanges, bond markets, and currency markets that play a crucial role in the global economy.
Financial Markets and Institutions
plays a vital role in the global economy.
Trade and Globalization/International trade
affect the flow of goods, services, and capital between countries.
Trade policies, tariffs, and trade agreements
have the potential to transform economies and industries. Breakthroughs in areas like artificial intelligence, automation, biotechnology, and renewable energy can drive productivity growth, create new business opportunities, and reshape labor markets.
Technology and Innovations (Technological advancements and innovation)
Population dynamics, including factors such as age structure, fertility rates, and migration, can have long term implications for the global economy.
Demographics
Access to and management of natural resources including energy, minerals, water, and land, can significantly impact economic development and global trade. Environmental factors, such as climate change, natural disaster, and sustainability concerns, can affect industries, supply chains, and the cost of doing business.
Natural Resources and Environmental Factors
The conflict between China and the Philippines, primarily centered around _______________________________________, has had notable implications for the global economy.
territorial disputes in the South China Sea
(China and Philippines conflict) some of the key recent issues and their economic impacts:
- Resource Control and Trade Routes
- Economic Sanctions and Trade Tensions
- Increased Military Spending
- is a crucial maritime region, hosting significant shipping lanes that facilitate a substantial portion of global trade. Any conflict in this area can disrupt these trade routes, causing delays and increasing shipping costs.
- The region is also rich in natural resources, including fisheries and potential oil and gas reserves. Control over these resources is economically significant for the involved nations.
South china sea (economic impact: resource control and trade routes)
Tensions between China and the Philippines, and by extension other ASEAN countries, can lead to _______________________________ . These can
impact global supply chains, particularly in
industries reliant on raw materials and components from these regions
economic sanctions or trade restrictions
Tensions between China and the Philippines, and by extension other ASEAN countries, can lead to _______________________________ . These can
impact global supply chains, particularly in
industries reliant on raw materials and components from these regions
economic sanctions or trade restrictions
The conflict has led to ___________________________________ by both China and the Philippines. While this can stimulate certain sectors of the economy, it often diverts funds from other critical areas such as infrastructure, education, and healthcare
increased military spending/expenditures
is a longstanding geopolitical issue with significant implications for the global economy. This discussion explores the origins of the conflict, its current state, and the potential economic impacts of escalating tensions between China and Taiwan.
The China-Taiwan conflict
The China-Taiwan conflict dates back to the ________________________, which ended with the ______________________________________ on the mainland and the retreat of the _____________ to Taiwan.
Chinese Civil War (1927-1949)
victory of the Communist Party of China (CPC)
Kuomintang (KMT)
claims sovereignty over Taiwan, while Taiwan operates as a separate political entity with its own government and democratic system.
The People’s Republic of China (PRC)
makes the world’s most advanced memory chips — the brains inside every piece of technology from smartphones and modern cars to artificial intelligence and
fighter jets.
Taiwan
(what global supply chain)
Taiwan is home to TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company), the world’s largest contract chip manufacturer. Disruption in Taiwan could severely impact global semiconductor supply chains, affecting industries from electronics to automotive.
Semiconductors