https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg by chenghao & edwynna en-us 2023-06-30 07:13:30 UTC 2025-12-13 19:57:36 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f382.png b19hao6r https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635851520 2023-06-30 09:09:53 UTC https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635851520 b19hao6r https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635852663 - definition of Foreign Direct Investment
• long-term investment usually by multinational companies (MNCs) in countries abroad. ]]> 2023-06-30 09:12:16 UTC https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635852663 b19hao6r https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635858793 -definition of low income countries
+ those with a GNI per capita, calculated using the World Bank Atlas method, of $1,085 or less 
+ low levels of productivity; high dependency ratios; low GDP per capita; significant dependence on producing and exporting primary goods. ]]> 2023-06-30 09:25:17 UTC https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635858793 b19hao6r https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635864608 + This essay will assess the contribution of FDI to the improvement of the standard of living in low-income countries, exploring both the potential benefits and challenges associated with foreign investment.]]> 2023-06-30 09:39:13 UTC https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635864608 b19hao6r https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635865558 2023-06-30 09:41:28 UTC https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635865558 b19hao6r https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635865630 2023-06-30 09:41:41 UTC https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635865630 b19hao6r https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635866188 + brings new capital, technologies, and management expertise to low-income countries, stimulating economic growth and development. This influx of investment can lead to the creation of new businesses, expansion of existing industries, and the creation of employment opportunities. As a result, the standard of living can improve through increased income levels and reduced unemployment rates.]]> 2023-06-30 09:43:05 UTC https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635866188 b19hao6r https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635867432 + FDI can also share the benefits advanced technologies, operational knowledge, and efficient business practices that can be transferred to these low income countries. This technology transfer can enhance productivity, innovation, and the development of local industries. By adopting modern techniques and practices, low-income countries can improve their productive capacity, which contributes to higher wages, improved product quality, and increased competitiveness in both domestic and international markets.]]> 2023-06-30 09:46:15 UTC https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635867432 b19hao6r https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635869955 +there is a potential exploitation of profits and capital by foreign investors. If a significant portion of profits is transferred back to the investor's home country, it can limit the benefits that FDI brings to the host country. Therefore, policies need to be in place to ensure a fair distribution of benefits and encourage reinvestment of profits within the local economy.]]> 2023-06-30 09:52:25 UTC https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635869955 b19hao6r https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635870651 +Besides that, low-income countries may become highly dependent on foreign investment, making their economies vulnerable to external shocks. Fluctuations in global market conditions or sudden withdrawal of FDI can disrupt economic stability and adversely affect the standard of living, bringing back previous levels of poverty and low productivity.]]> 2023-06-30 09:54:09 UTC https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635870651 b19hao6r https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635872470 + In conclusion. FDI has the potential to significantly contribute to the improvement of the standard of living in low-income countries. FDI can enhance productivity, raise income levels,  through economic growth, job creation, technology transfer, and infrastructure development, and create a more favorable environment for sustainable development. At the same time, governments of low-income countries must be wise and take responsibility for their respective decisions to not fall victim to challenges such as resource exploitation.]]> 2023-06-30 09:58:20 UTC https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635872470 b19hao6r https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635872581 2023-06-30 09:58:30 UTC https://padlet.com/b19hao6r/vp0n8exjryz5omtg/wish/2635872581