why modern africa & asia???
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Why Modern Africa & Asia???
1. Typically, you haven’t learned about them elsewhere
Historically, “world” history = western history
2. Globalization = they’ve become hugely importantAsia – developing quickly into:
economic powers (China and India … BRIC)
Africa – unfortunately not developing so quickly … but region of interest for:investment (ex. China)humanitarian intervention and aid (ex.
Darfur)
Middle East!!!!
Created January 1, 2009
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