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International Travel
Since the first flight in 1914 to now, international travel has impacted globalization in major ways. It has allowed government representatives from all over the world to meet in one spot to discuss their views on a certain issue. It also allows those representatives to meet face-to-face rather than talking over the phone. -
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Globalization Timeline
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The World Bank
The World Bank's mission is to end extreme poverty and to promote shared prosperity. This organization is one of the world's largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries. The World Bank was created out of the Bretton Woods agreement in response to European and Asian countries needing financing to fund reconstruction efforts. -
Creation of the UN
The United Nations was created out of agreement that a global peacekeeping organization was needed after the horrific acts committed during WWII. The UN works to maintain international peace and security, as well as, to protect human rights. It also delivers humanitarian aid, promotes sustainable development, and upholds international law. The UN provides a forum between its members so that governments are able to find areas of agreement and solve problems together. -
NATO
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization brings together the armies of various countries around the world. It was created to guarantee the freedom and security of its members through political and military means. Everyday. member countries (all 29 of them) meet and make decisions on security issues of all levels. -
The Internet
The internet plays a major role in communication because it allows countries that are thousands of miles away from each other to have a discussion. It provides a platform for companies, governments, and people to share information. Without technology, globalization would probably not be as relevant as it is today. -
The WTO
The World Trade Organization is the only international organization dealing with the rules of trade between nations. It settles trade disputes and it supports the needs of developing countries. Major decisions are made either by ministers or their ambassadors or delegates. The WTO was established for the facilitation of global trade at the end of WWII. -
Social Media
Social media has enabled us to talk to anyone we want. The worldwide spread of technology creates vast connections that create new opportunities. Today, social media is being used to implement change around the world.
