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The Multinational Force and Observers (MFO), 2005.
This paper discusses extensively the use of a multinational force and observers (MFO) in the Mid-east conflict.
4,525 words (approx. 18.1 pages), 12 sources, MLA, £ 81.95
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This paper explains that the multinational force (MFO) was instituted two decades ago in consonance with the Egyptian-Israeli peace treaty to act as an alternative to the International Emergency Force, whose mandate expired in 1979. The author points out that the multinational force had the responsibility of taking the operations at checkpoints, conducting patrols and maintaining observation units along the international borders splitting Egypt and Israel so as to watch for any violation of the provisions of treaty. The paper reviews also the conflict between Israel and its neighbors especially Palestine and relates that MFO style enforcement as a strategy of jobs for peace is beginning in Gaza.
Table of Contents
Reasons for Creation of MFO
MFO Mandate and Agreement between both parties of Egypt and Israel
What are the Benefits that are being Enjoyed by Egypt and Israel because of the MFO Why has the MFO worked?
MFO is Worth Repeating, It could be Applied to an Agreement between Israel and Palestinians
MFO Style Peace Enforcement Could Keep The Peace between the Two Parties, the Palestinians and Israelis
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"It has also been agreed upon that in case Jordan decides not to participate in the negotiations, the negotiations would be made by Israel and Egypt. The two governments unanimously agreed to persistently negotiate and in good faith to conclude such negotiations as soon as possible. The agreement was also made that the goal of the negotiations are the establishment of the self governing authority in the West Bank and Gaza so as to promote complete autonomy or power to the inhabitants. The Israel and Egypt had fixed the goal of completion of the negotiations within a period of one year so as to make possible the conducing of elections as expeditiously as possible after the agreement between the parties."
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Multinational Enterprises, 2001.
An analyses of multinational enterprises through a case study of Unilever Corporation.
1,980 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 12 sources, £ 43.95
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This paper provides the history of Unilever and explores the complexity of exporting and licensing of multinational products. It investigates the life cycle of international products and the OLI paradigm. The paper describes the advantages and disadvantages of being multinational company. It includes diagrams that support the research.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
History
Lever Brothers
Exporting
Multinational
Product Life Cycle
Merger with Margarine Unie
OLI Paradigm
Other Reasons Why a Firm becomes a Multinational
Advantages
Disadvantages
Bibliography
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"Unilever was formed in 1930 through the joint venture of two companies - Margarine Unie and Lever Brothers. Between them they had operations in over 40 countries.
Unilever was formed as a multinational.
Some multinationals are vertically integrated, with different productive processes occurring in different countries. Others are horizontal, where the same production operations occur in different countries. Unilever is a horizontally integrated firm, where, for example, one of their products is ice cream, in which the same production occurs in different countries.
The company has a strong portfolio including more than 1,000 brands, concentrating on the food, detergent, personal products, and specialty chemicals markets.
Unilever is the 2nd largest multinational in the UK."
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Multinational Corporations, 2005.
This paper explores if multinational corporations threaten the autonomy of third world countries.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 8 sources, £ 49.95
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The paper relates that recent years have seen a massive rise in the number, size and power of global corporations, also called multinational corporations. The author points out that some multinational corporations have economies that are larger than the economies of many developing countries. The paper argues that the autonomy of developing countries is seriously threatened by multinational corporations and that the autonomy of many of them is already compromised.
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"Recent years have seen a massive rise in the number, size and power of global corporations, also called multinational corporations. This has risen to the point where some multinational corporations have economies that are larger than the economies of many developing countries. What does this mean for the developing countries that house these multinational corporations? Will it be possible for them to maintain their autonomy in the face of this threat? It is here argued that in fact the autonomy of developing countries is seriously threatened by multinational corporations, and that the autonomy of many of them is already compromised."
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Multinational Corporations, 2005.
The study of multinational corporations.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 2 sources, £ 36.95
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The paper looks at multinational corporations and analyzes the nature of these businesses. It examines the diverse businesses that multinational corporations are involved in, such as manufactured good, dealing in natural resources, banking and finance. The paper discusses the multinational corporations' ability to reach all parts of the world.
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"Multinational corporations are located all over the world. They have everything they need to operate anywhere on earth. That is because they are self-sustaining. Some of these corporations produce manufactured goods such as cars; other multinational corporations deal in oil or chemicals. They produce and sell products all around the world. They may produce their products in Canada as well as in China and India. The products of multinational corporations are then sold in all countries around the world. The multinational corporations also extract resources from all parts of the globe and sell those resources all over the world. They also are involved in banking and financial.."
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Multinational Corporations, 2000.
An in-depth study of the spread of multinational corporations, focusing on the global economy and world-wide free trade.
4,150 words (approx. 16.6 pages), 24 sources, MLA, £ 77.95
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This paper analyzes the current state of the multinational corporation (MNC). In particular it discusses its ability to exert influence on international economic, political, and social conditions. The writer poses the question of whether a day will come in the near future when a business will run the world. The paper provides several figures, tables, many statistics and examples.
Introduction --- Motivation Definition Examples
Background --- Growth of World Trade Transportation Communications Decline in Tariffs General Peace Evolution of MNCs Export stage Foreign Production stage Licensing Direct foreign investment Multinational stage Difficulties with MNCs Efficiency Public Accountability Power and Influence --- Politics Issues Actions Case studies Economics Issues Actions Case studies Society Issues Actions Case studies MNCs in Developing Countries Issues Actions Case studies Conclusions and Predictions
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"With the progress in technology and communication over the past few decades, the movement from a world of separate states to one of a global community cannot be surprising. Participating in this expansion of interdependence have been many types of human endeavors, including the dissemination of culture, the mobility of people, and the increase in trade and business ventures. While the evolution of business from town stores to franchise chains to national enterprises and finally to huge multinational corporations has not been unnoticed or surprising, the final growth stage has been largely unchecked."
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Globalization and Multinational Corporations., 2005.
A look at the harmful role of multinational corporations in Asia in what is known as "Globalization".
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 5 sources, £ 67.95
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This paper explains the very harmful role of multinational corporations. Varied sources, linking what multinationals do to harm local development efforts, and the pressures upon countries to have foreign companies, in political terms. Written from a capitalist point of view, but pointing out that globalization and its multinationals point to a short-sighted, bad form of capitalist development. Examples are given from from Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Malaysia and Hong Kong.
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"The paper examines several aspects of globalization, led by the importance of multinational corporations and their impact upon any sort of sustainable development. There are several implications of the processes of globalization that are outlined, with the effect on both developed and undeveloped countries. More than one view of globalization and its effects has been examined, towards a quite critical assessment, and particularly, of the role played by multinational corporations. Some time was devoted to Noam Chomsky's volume,"Profit Over People" and the author's very strong criticism of our so-called Global Order, its links to multinational activity, and much else that Chomsky sees as threatening."
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Global and Multinational Capitalism, 2000.
A look at the great potential of globalization and multinational capitalism and the changes that need to be made for this potential to be realized.
1,031 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 25.95
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This paper looks at the development of multinational and global capitalism and how various global systems have become increasingly essential to its orderly progression. The writer shows how, in order to meet these specific needs it has become necessary to reorganize the manner by which many global standards address certain criteria with regard to structural content. The factors include currency, accounting, labor, corporate formation and the stock exchange and it is shown that if not properly engaged, the concepts of multinational and global capitalism will not reach their full potential.
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"As a means by which to implement new structure proposals for labor standards, one first needs to consider how the inherently related issues of race and gender play a role in this reconfiguration. It can be argued that if global capitalism is to flourish, it must do so with the inclusion of every individual, not just those who are deemed worthy. Issues of primary concern embody a number of gender- and race-related problems that -- if not somehow corrected -- will only serve to undermine the very objectives of global capitalism. "Too many labor leaders are still caught up in the mythology of the new deal programs of yesteryear rather than divorcing themselves from partisan politics that are destroying labor; rather than fighting exportation of capital and redistribution of public wealth and power; rather than fighting workplace racism and race-based politics that divide workers; rather than developing and moving a labor agenda" (Caffee, 1995, pp. 7-10)."
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Multinational Corporations, 2006.
A study of the effects of global strategies of multinational enterprises.
5,100 words (approx. 20.4 pages), 19 sources, MLA, £ 88.95
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This paper analyzes the impact of globalization on the strategies of multinational companies. The paper begins with a brief discussion of globalization and then turns to the purpose of multinational entities and so-called stateless corporations. Next, the paper examines the growing trend toward true multi-nationalism and inter-organizational collaboration, rather than American-based companies trying to single-handedly dominate international markets. Companies cited as examples include Motorola, IBM and Kodak. The paper also discusses the triad of trading spheres, comprised of the U.S., Japan and Europe. Finally, the paper addresses anxieties about multi-nationalism and, in particular, free trade agreements. The paper refutes concern about the advent of the global payroll, which has produced dramatic changes in world labor markets, and issues of resource control.
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"The emergence of global multinational enterprises and the integration of national economic systems have strong implications for international trade and economic policy for the United States. Some traditional policy instruments are being rendered ineffective by globalization and the new inter-dependence of international and domestic policies. Nonetheless, the challenge of forming responsive, rational and efficient trade and investment policies must be met. New attitudes need to respond to new realities, as the definition of national interests continues to evolve."
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Globalization, Multinational Corporations and Development, 2005.
An examination of the role of multinational corporations in globalization.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, £ 24.95
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This essay examines the role of multinational corporations in globalization. It also looks at the way multinational corporations take advantage of free markets and open world trade. Globalization is examined in terms of its impact of poor and developing nations, as opposed to developed nations. The role of corporations in terms of sustainable development is also examined.
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Multinational Corporations, 2008.
This paper analyzes multinational corporations with emphasis upon their effect on local businesses, local governments and people.
1,270 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 30.95
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This paper argues that multinational corporations in today's global economy have been a mixed blessing. The author points out that while these organizations have been rightly accused of debilitating local businesses, of exploiting workers in developing nations and of dangerous levels of political clout, which they wield in impoverished lands desperate for their patronage, they are also powerful engines for meaningful change with regards to such issues as affirmative action initiatives that might (belatedly) transform the work culture of certain nations. The author underscores that multinationals can serve as very effective organizations for improving the benefits and employment packages that people in developing lands receive. The paper concludes that multinationals are far from perfect, but strong and progressive leadership can make them efficacious tools for change.
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"The other negative with regards to multinational corporations (and this has actually been hinted at above) is the power they can wield over the governments of developing nations. For instance, developing lands are obviously eager to diversify their economies, to increase their tax receipts, and to overcome rampant unemployment. In a similar vein, these third-world states have a clear interest in forging ties with the developed world that will allow for greater business opportunities for their own entrepreneurs and business types."
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America as a Multinational Society, 2006.
An explanation of the difference between a multinational society and a multi-ethnic society and why this difference is significant to the United States.
3,186 words (approx. 12.7 pages), 11 sources, MLA, £ 63.95
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This paper explains that the U.S., rather than being a multinational society, is a multi-ethnic and multicultural society. The paper further explains that the multi-ethnic characteristic of the United States that has long been a source of strength for America is also a source of many of the problems the country faces today. The paper goes on to elaborate on the problems that excessive multiculturalism is creating for the U.S. and concludes that, while the U.S. should continue to be a haven for those seeking a better life, the country must also make greater efforts to assimilate new arrivals into the mainstream of educational and employment opportunities, as failure to do so may result in incalculable damage to the very foundation of the nation.
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"A multinational society is a society in which the population consists of two or more ethnically distinct nations that are of significant size. This contrasts with a nation-state where a single nation comprises the bulk of the population. Some examples of multinational societies include: Belgium, Canada, India, Indonesia, South Africa and Switzerland. Multinational states differ from states like Japan, Poland or the Koreas in which an overwhelming majority of the population is ethnically homogenous. Multiethnic societies, in contrast to nationalistic societies, integrate different ethnic groups irrespective of differences in culture, race, and history under a common social identity larger than one "nation" in the conventional sense."
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The Multinational Corporate Structure, 2005.
This paper evaluates the multinational corporate structure in the face of the internet's enormous potential for extending a corporation's presence throughout the world.
3,355 words (approx. 13.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 66.95
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This paper explains that the trend toward establishing an internet presence is becoming more and more popular as companies move to position themselves to compete more efficiently on a national and international basis as demonstrated recently by the merger between America Online and Time Life. The author points out that the flexibility provided by the internet for marketing goods and services makes it the perfect tool for the multi-national corporation because tele-conferencing, facsimile machines and e-mail practically eliminate the need for a company to invest in the physical presence of their employees in another country. The paper concludes that the combination of corporations into mega-corporation structures, which compete on a global basis through the internet and with other telecommunications technology, will provide a "synergistic" effect by giving these mega-corporations the resources to accomplish much more than their components could accomplish individually.
Table of Contents
Introduction
What is a Multi-National Corporation?
Trends in Multi-National Corporate Structure
Disadvantages of Multi-National Corporate Structure
Summary
The Internet Revolution and Multinational Marketing
Advantages of Telecommunications for the Multi-National Corporation Conclusion
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"An example of the key problem according to this report is that of Intel's foreign operations in certain countries. Intel will lose "35 cents on the dollar to U.S. taxes, money that could be spent on critical research, while a Japanese competitor keeps the entire dollar. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out who's going to win that battle, Perlman said." Other corporations ,which are calling for changes in the tax code to create a level global playing field, include Caterpillar Inc., a major player in the multinational heavy equipment market and newly merged with automaker Daimler Chrysler Corp. and Swiss-based engineering company ABB Inc. Caterpillar feels its global competitiveness is being adversely affected by U.S. tax laws. "If we are to maintain our philosophy of build it here and sell it there, we need a modern tax policy that is consistent with our global focus," said Robin Beran, assistant treasurer at Caterpillar. The companies targeted for improvement the complexity of the U.S. code, the need to treat the 15-country European Union as one entity and the double income taxation triggered by many operations abroad despite U.S. credits for taxes paid to foreign countries."
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Multinational Corporations in Third World Countries, 2005.
A look at the negative consequences of multinational corporations in third world countries
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 7 sources, £ 73.95
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In recent years there has been a great rise in the number of multinational corporations, also called transnational corporations (TNCs). This paper examines how the situation has got to the point where many TNCs now have incomes that are in excess of the economies of many developing countries. It analyzes the effect of the proliferation of powerful TNCs on developing countries and attempts to show although there are some benefits, there are also many negative consequences.
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Nike: Issues Regarding Multinational Operations., 2002.
This paper discusses Nike and issues regarding multinational operations.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, £ 30.95
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Operating on very large scales on a multinational scale could lead to problems as well. The local competitors could be shut down, and hence a large number of jobs can be lost. Also, when the company shifts its productions abroad, the company would have to make a large number of workers redundant in its home country.
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