The future role of the state: an international perspective

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The role of the state has expanded in developed economies since 1900, and there was a large increase in subsidies and transfers from 1960 to 1990. There is concern about the increasing costs of pensions as the population ages, but this problem is less acute in the UK than in many economies. The government sought to reduce state spending from 1979 to 1990 but this was difficult due to demand for education and health services. Transfers and subsidies have also grown. The Labor government aims to spend funds more efficiently rather than increase spending. The role of the state is greater in developed than in developing economies.

Economic aspects, Government spending policy

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The globalization debate: arguments for and against

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Globalization is closely linked to the principle of free trade and thus is an extremely powerful economic force. The arguments in favour and against globalization are discussed.

Analysis, Influence, Free trade, Globalization

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Section 9: the UK and the world economy

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The article looks at economic conditions in the US, Japan and Germany and discusses how UK macroeconomic policy is being impacted. It also looks at world stock markets.

United States, Japan, Government expenditures, Germany, Forecasts, trends, outlooks, World, Forecasts and trends, Economic conditions, Market trend/market analysis

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