EVTE to which globalisation has UNDERMINED state sovereignty

• What has globalization led to among nations?

  Heightened economic interdependence
• How do international financial institutions like the IMF and WTO exemplify economic interdependence?

  They impose economic policies on member states
• What do IMF’s structural adjustment programs require from countries?

  Specific economic reforms for financial assistance
• How can external economic influences affect a state's economic sovereignty?

  They limit independent policy formulation and implementation
• What can constrain a nation's policy choices according to international trade rules?

  The need to adhere to international regulations
• What is a counter-argument to the loss of economic sovereignty due to international institutions?

  Participation is often voluntary
• What does the UK's decision to leave the EU illustrate regarding economic sovereignty?

  Reclaiming of economic sovereignty
• What makes complete economic autonomy challenging for states?

  The pervasive nature of global economic interdependence
• What has the rise of MNCs introduced into the economic landscape?

  Non-state actors that rival states
• How can MNCs influence domestic policies?

  By lobbying for favorable regulations
• What is a potential consequence of MNCs' economic clout on governments?

  Pressure to adopt policies favoring corporate interests
• How can states assert regulatory authority over MNCs?

  By enacting laws to control their influence
• What action has the European Union taken against tech giants?

  Imposed substantial fines for anti-competitive practices
• How does the global nature of MNCs challenge state sovereignty?

  MNCs can relocate to favorable jurisdictions
• What can membership in supranational organizations lead to?

  Delegation of certain sovereign powers
• How does the European Union exemplify supranational organizations?

  Member states adhere to common laws and regulations
• What can limit national legislative autonomy in supranational organizations?

  Conformity to collectively agreed-upon rules
• What does Brexit illustrate about state sovereignty?

  States can choose to exit organizations
• What are the costs associated with withdrawing from supranational organizations?

  Substantial economic and political costs
• How does cultural globalization influence national identities?

  It can undermine local traditions and identities
• What has led to the dissemination of Western culture globally?

  The dominance of Western media and entertainment
• How can cultural homogenization affect state sovereignty?

  It can erode social cohesion and distinctiveness
• What measures can states take to preserve their cultural heritage?

  Implement policies to promote local culture
• What challenge does global media pose to national cultures?

  It makes full shielding from influences difficult
• What are the multifaceted challenges globalization presents to state sovereignty?

  • Economic interdependence limits policy choices
  • MNCs influence domestic policies and priorities
  • Supranational organizations delegate sovereign powers
  • Cultural globalization affects national identities
• How must states navigate the balance between autonomy and globalization?

  • Maintain mechanisms to protect sovereignty
  • Engage in cooperative frameworks
  • Redefine sovereignty in a global context