Loss of SovereigntyDiscuss the links between the diminishing effectiveness of political

borders and the flow of goods / capital / labour / ideas.Discuss the shift of power from nation state to TNCs as a result of their

economic size and dominance.Discuss the role of one multi-governmental organization (EU).

DEFINE:• Sovereignty –

• Political border –

• Schengen community -

• Nation state –

• Nationalisation -

Global flows of goods (Million Barrels of oil per day)

Using this graphic, explain how globalization has enhanced these international flows of goods.

Other flows – why has globalization led to these cross-border flows? Use your own ideas.

You must include a specific example, a theory link to the development of globalization that we have already covered and some evidence to support your ideas.

The world’s nation states – is there a correlation between core/periphery and nation states?

Arguments for and against?

Recap: TNCs – Advantages and disadvantages?

An alternative route to TNCs would be to nationalise resources, where economic activity in certain sectors is controlled by the government.

Topic Link – Resources: The geopolitics of oil supply in Nigeria.

1. When was the oil industry in Nigeria nationalised? 2. What impacts did this have upon other economic sectors?3. What geopolitical problems did Nigeria face?4. Would FDI from TNCs have led to a different outcome? Argue for and

against.

http://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/features/artikel.php?ID=245498

Economic might of TNCsWalmart – USA

http://www.fastcodesign.com/1665553/infographic-of-the-day-walmart-dwarfs-entire-industries-and-nations

How does Walmart shape up against other competitors and entire countries?How do its figures for LABOUR and ECONOMIC FLOWS compare?

Multi-governmental Organisationshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O37yJBFRrfg

How does the EU increase global interactions and reduce sovereignty?ECONOMIC FLOWS? MIGRATION? POLITICAL DECISIONS?

Are there any exceptions to the rules / laws established?

What are the potential problems that arise as a result of this organisation?

How might the EU make existing political borders confusing? Use specific examples.