Industrialized nations

Definition

Industrialized nations are countries characterized by advanced industrial infrastructure, technology-driven economies, high standards of living, and developed systems of governance. They have typically gone through extensive economic development based on manufacturing industries.

Related terms

Developing nations: Countries that are in the process of industrializing and improving their economic conditions.

Global North: A term referring to the wealthier, more developed countries predominantly located in the Northern Hemisphere.

Global South: A term representing less-developed countries primarily found in the Southern Hemisphere, often facing economic challenges.