Which country is identified as a 'have not' of globalization?

• A. Cuba
• B. Canada
• C. Germany
• D. Japan

Answer: (A)

Globalization creates winners and losers by who can connect to world markets, capital, and ideas. Those with open economies, strong institutions, and access to technology tend to benefit more, while countries with barriers to trade, investment, or information flow can be left on the margins.

Cuba fits the idea of a have-not because long-standing political and economic barriers—such as sanctions, a heavy state-controlled economy, limited private enterprise, and restricted access to international finance and technology—keep it less integrated into global markets. This reduced integration means fewer opportunities to share in global growth and innovation.

In contrast, Canada, Germany, and Japan are deeply embedded in global trade networks, attract substantial foreign investment, and participate widely in international supply chains. Their openness and capacity to absorb new technology and capital help them reap the benefits of globalization, earning them the label of the haves.