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Features of MRTA

In the best cases, RTAs can serve as catalysts of deeper trade liberalization, focal points of inter-state cooperation, incubators of new WTO+1 trade rules, drivers of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), and testing grounds for mechanisms to adjust to a more open trading environment.

Challenges of NAFTA

First, the business of shipping goods across borders needs an overhaul. Crossing from Mexico to the United States, waiting times are far too long; much of the infrastructure is antiquated; railway and haulage crews still change over at the border. Measures to allow the pre-clearance of goods before they reach the frontier are held up by America’s needless insistence that its customs agents should be allowed to carry guns, against... Continue reading "NAFTA: Benefits, Challenges, and the Gravity Model" »

Endangered Animals

Pollution is very bad for the world because it causes many problems.

Firstly, there are problems such as degradation of the landscape, deforestation, fires, damage to nature, and pollution of the seas, streets, and atmosphere. In addition, pollution affects both people and animals, leading to diseases, allergies, cancer, and other health issues.

Secondly, there are solutions such as using public transport, cycling, or walking instead of cars, and replacing old household appliances with new energy-efficient ones.

In my opinion, we must take action to improve the world, as the consequences of pollution are severe.

Tourism

The tourism industry

Tourism is the temporary movement of people from their place of residence to another place in order to enjoy their free time. Tourism is therefore related to leisure. The development of the tourism industry involves creating the necessary transport and hospitality infrastructure to meet demand: airports, roads, accommodation, restaurants, etc. The main characteristic of the tourism industry is seasonal variation or seasonality.

Repercussions of tourism

It represents a significant source of revenue for a country. It creates jobs, but many of them are temporary, due to seasonality. It improves cultural relations between citizens of different countries. Destroys natural landscapes. In developing countries, the destination... Continue reading "The Impact of Tourism on the Environment and Economy" »

The construction sector in Barranquilla presents significant advantages, but the risks associated with increased building development could cause serious problems for the city and its society. Conversely, halting construction could hinder population management. Barranquilla, known as the "Golden Door" of Colombia, plays a crucial role in commerce. The most significant risks of new construction in Barranquilla are environmental damage and population increase. On the other hand, if Barranquilla stops these kinds of projects, it may not grow as a commercial city.

Environmental Impact of Construction

Construction activities pose considerable environmental threats due to the extensive use of chemicals and the reduction of oxygen in the air. Therefore,... Continue reading "Construction in Barranquilla: Risks and Advantages" »

Chinua Achebe

Chinua Achebe is considered the father of postcolonial literature. His works reflect the effects of colonization in Nigeria. Nigeria became a British colony in the late 19th century, and, contrary to what had happened in Canada or the United States, Nigeria was under indirect rule, meaning that they used native authorities as rulers, and only a few English people actually settled in the country. Nigeria achieved its independence in 1960.

British Colonization and Its Impact

One of Britain's commercial interests that led to colonization was the trade in palm oil, which was very valuable and a much-needed material.

Furthermore, the English language, Christianity, and an English education system began developing with colonization. Nigeria... Continue reading "Chinua Achebe: The Father of Postcolonial Literature" »

Iberian Peninsula Geographical Features (1-50)

This list details prominent peaks, capes, rivers, and ranges found across the Iberian Peninsula and surrounding islands.

1. Torre Cerredo
2. Monte Perdido
3. Aneto
4. Almanzor
5. Mulhacén
6. Teide
7. El Hierro
8. La Gomera
9. Formentera
10. Cape of Gata
11. Cape of Palos
12. Cape de la Nao
13. Gulf of Roses
14. Gulf of Cádiz
15. Strait of Gibraltar
16. Cape of San Vicente
17. Sierra Morena
18. Cape of Finisterre
19. Cape Ortegal
20. Cape Machichaco
21. Cape de Peñas
22. (Feature 22)
23. (Feature 23)
24. Ebro River
25. Gulf of Almería
26. Pisuerga River
27. Esla River
28. Jarama River
29. Cordillera Costera Catalana
30. Tagus River
31. Guadiana River
32. Tagus River (Duplicate listing)
33. Duero River
34. Júcar River
35. Segre River
36. Gállego River
37. Miño River
38. Sil River
39. Tormes River
40. Pas River
41. Nervión River
42. Bidasoa River
43. Bay of Biscay
44. Guadalquivir River
45. Baetic Rivers
46. Basque

The American Food Industry

From Farm to Factory

Global Food Insecurity

Today, with a global population of 7.8 billion, approximately 15% face challenges accessing food and drinkable water. The shift from rural to urban living, with over half the population now residing in cities, has transformed our relationship with food.

The Rise of Industrialized Agriculture

Population growth and urbanization have led to significant changes in food production. The development of tractors and other agricultural tools increased productivity, while advancements in chemistry, such as GMOs and pesticides, boosted production per square mile. This led to the adoption of Fordist principles, increasing scale and transforming agriculture into a factory system.

In recent... Continue reading "The American Food Industry: From Farm to Factory" »

Purpose of Economic Activity

The main purpose of the economy is to satisfy people's material needs in the form of goods and services acquired through payment.

Phases of Economic Activity

Economic activity typically involves three distinct phases:

• Production of Goods: This phase includes the utilization of natural resources, technology, and human labor.
• Distribution: Goods are made available to consumers through various channels.
• Consumption: This is the exchange of goods for money, fulfilling consumer needs.

Understanding Economic Sectors

Economic activities are broadly categorized into three main sectors:

• Primary Sector: Involves the extraction or collection of raw materials directly from nature. Examples include farming, fishing, and mining.
• Secondary

Margaret Thatcher

was a British stateswoman who was Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1979 to 1990 and Leader of the Conservative Party from 1975 to 1990. She was the longest-serving British prime minister of the 20th century and the first woman to have been appointed.

Apartheid

(in the Republic of South Africa) a rigid former policy of segregating and economically and politically oppressing the nonwhite population. Any system or practice that separates people according to color, ethnicity, caste, etc.

Baby boomers

are the demographic cohort following the Silent Generation. There are no precise dates for when this cohort starts or ends; demographers and researchers typically use starting birth years ranging from the early-to-mid 1940s and... Continue reading "Key Events and Figures of the 20th Century" »