Globalization & Poverty: arguments for and against TNCs. Objectives: Debate on TNCs and poverty reduction. Have notes with examples for both arguments to use for lesson plan.
Globalization Pros: Increased trade Shared technology & information Communication Diplomacy International law Cons: Loss of sovereignty Increased power of TNCs Unstable financial system Erosion of tradition Erosion of diversity Global terrorism
Debate Questions to Answer: Do TNCs provide growth & investment in developing countries? Do TNCs promote good practice? Do TNCs work with local people? Are TNCs good for poverty reduction?