Trade, Investment, and Transnational Corporations

Economics

Trade has long served as a central pillar of globalisation. In 2024, global trade in goods and services reached an estimated US$33 trillion, with merchandise trade making up about US$25 trillion and services trade accounting for US$8 trillion (UNCTAD, 2024). Read More

Tuesday 24th of June 2025

The Effects of Globalisation

Economics

Globalisation continues to shape the world economy, influencing trade, investment, technology, and social structures. The effects of globalisation have been particularly pronounced in areas such as economic growth, inequality, geopolitical tensions, and environmental sustainability. This article explores these impacts using Read More

Monday 16th of June 2025

How new religious expressions and spiritualities have been influenced

Studies of Religion I & II

New religious expressions and spiritualities refer to modern, innovative beliefs and practices that diverge from traditional religious traditions. New religious expressions and spiritualities have grown in response to various societal shifts. Factors such as the rise of materialism, scientific progress, Read More

Tuesday 10th of June 2025

Developing, Emerging and Advanced Economies & Reasons for Differences Between Nations

Economics

The global economy is a complex and interconnected system, with nations classified into developing economies, emerging economies, and advanced economies based on their economic development, industrialisation, and income levels. These classifications help economists and policymakers understand disparities in wealth, growth, Read More

Thursday 1st of May 2025