Compare Two Countries,one in the Core and One in the Periphery

question 117

Essay

Compare two countries,one in the core and one in the periphery (for example,France and Croatia).Why is one of these countries richer and more economically developed than the other? How does the world-system model help to explain these differences?

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Definitions:

Upper Hand

An advantage over others in a competitive situation or negotiation.

Retaliation Measure

Actions taken in response to an offense or wrongdoing, often seeking to punish or deter further incidents.

Fear-based Message

A type of persuasive messaging that utilizes fear or the anticipation of negative outcomes to influence behavior or attitudes.

Vulnerable

Susceptible to physical or emotional harm.