1.What are some underlying factors that are causing decoupling to happen as societies move from a unipolar to a multipolar world? In your opinion, in which direction is the balance of global economic power shifting? And is it good for the world economy?

2. What are some of the major economic reform themes that are common to the three

international organizations promoting globalization?

3. Globalization can be facilitated only if national governments are willing to participate in that process. What roles can the three major international institutions play to be a part of this facilitation process?

4. While domestic institutions play an important role in the globalization process, what are some of the fundamental policy measures that those countries need to promote in order to benefit from globalization? How might these policies be implemented and promoted?

5. Do you believe that there is a "digital divide" in the global economy? Is globalization narrowing that gap? If so, how?