Definition of Globalization
There is no single definition for the term "Globalization". This section introduces the major definitions that were given to this disputable phenomena. Then it moves to examine its main characteristics discussing its positive and negative impact. It also sheds some light on some of the hot issues including the impact of globalization on developing countries and Arab countries in particular
 
 
 

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Economic Implications of Globalization for Developing Countries
this section summarizes in a number of points the economic implications of globalization for developing countries. It also includes links to several sites including related material, and a table on the integration with the global economy indicators for low & middle income countries.
 

  

 
 
This section presents the risks of globalization among which are the increasing Vulnerability to external shocks in the world economy, and the increased restrictions on the policy maker. It also includes links to related sites.    > More   This section presents the benefits of globalization including access to larger markets, Increase in FDI and Portfolio Capital flows and Increasing share of trade of developing countries. It also includes links to more resources on the same topic.      > More