The west, the global north, developed countries, the imperial core. I understand and am aware of some of the etymological differences between these words, but what is their difference in practical terms?

It seems that from a Marxist perspective these are one and the same, all designate the same grouping. I hear the west the most often in Lemmygrad, but which term is the most precise, or which might be the best to use?

I’d like to hear your perspectives and analysis.

  • Muad'DibberAEnglish
    3•1 year ago

    If you want a technical economic designation, OECD vs non-OECD. These wage rates from the ILO are illuminating, showing that OECD workers make on average, 11x more, PPP adjusted.

    Inflation-adjusted Average Wage Rates for male workers in 2007 _
    Monthly wage for OECD workers $2,378
    Monthly wage for non-OECD workers $253
    Hourly wage for OECD workers $17
    Hourly wage for non-OECD workers $1.50
    Factoral Difference between OECD and non-OECD wages 11
    Median Global Hourly wage $9.25