Does Regionalisation encourage OR obstruct globalisation?

Answer 1

I think like most things in globalization it depends both on the region connectivity and adaptibility and the individual nations ability to follow the same principles. For many nations regionalization could be beneficial to introducing nations into the global arena quicker, as many processes are streamlined and communication and integration occur much quicker in some cases as a result. However, in unstable regions or areas which discourage investment for any number of reasons, one could assume a consistently poor moody rating for one nation in a region could lead to a slower improvement for other nations in the region, especially if they are allied closely to one another.

However, it would seem that above anything even within regions, the individual nations ability to adopt the policies which ease entry into the global scheme will allow (those who have the capability) the potential to succeed in the global system.

Answer 2

The answer is both yes and no. The best answer is rather dependent on which economies/region/economic blocs is/are under reference. Please I will rather refer you to: http://www.augustinepiusthlizaeconomics.blogspot.com/