Development of the knowledge economy: the global diffusion of information in digital form, via the Internet.
New, globalised work and market “demographics”: the integration of China and India and the economies of the former Soviet block will quadruple the world’s working population.
International exchange of labour or knowledge.
Software and applications that encourage intercultural dialogue.
Expansion of transportation systems (road, rail and air).
Implementation of new, international monetary and financial tools.
Diversification of products and services as a result of innovation.
Improved quality of life for a segment of the population.
Development of means of personal communication and circulation.
Consumers attracted by products from elsewhere.
International agreements (multi- or bilateral) on free exchange.
