Definition: Diaspora refers to people who have migrated away from their ancestral homeland and settled in different parts of the world.

Example: China and Laos's dam building activities have raised concerns about water security in the region.

Highlight: Cultural exchange contributes to economic development through remittances, investment, and trade.

Vocabulary: Multiculturalism celebrates diversity in society, recognizing differences in culture, language, religion, and ethnicity.

Quote: "Help to promote social cohesion - bridging cultural divides, helping to reduce tensions and promote peaceful coexistence."

Definition: Trade Protectionism involves government efforts to limit imports and promote exports through tariffs and other measures.

Example: China's social credit system, implemented in 2001, awards or deducts points based on citizen behavior.

Highlight: First Nations in Canada have established schools teaching native languages and traditions to preserve cultural identity.

Vocabulary: Homogenization refers to when features, practices, and beliefs start to become the same across different cultures.

Quote: "Self-governance in areas, allowing the local community to make their own decisions."

Definition: Sustainable development refers to meeting current generation needs without compromising future generations' abilities to meet their own needs.

Example: The Totnes Pound serves as a local currency that can only be used in local businesses, helping to strengthen the local economy.

Highlight: Totnes has implemented multiple sustainability initiatives including community recycling programs, shared gardens, and solar panel installations.

Vocabulary: Localism refers to supporting local production, governance, and cultural identity to benefit a specific area.

Quote: "Ethical and Environmental concerns about unsustainability have led to increased localism and awareness of the impacts of a consumer society."