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Thursday, August 24, 2006 - Page updated at 02:14 a.m.

We take you around the world to see how globalization is reshaping Washington, the most trade-dependent state in America, and forcing changes for companies, workers, investors and consumers.


Enlarge this photoRICKY WONG / SPECIAL TO THE SEATTLE TIMES

A Boeing 757-200 operated by China Southern takes off from Beijing's busy international airport. Air travel is transforming the world's most populous nation. In the next two decades, Chinese airlines are expected to triple their fleets, adding 2,300 jets worth nearly $200 billion.

Part 1: Asparagus and Peru
Asparagus and Peru Asparagus farming and how globalization is reshaping the Washington economy.

Day: 1 | 2 | Q&A
Part 2: Microsoft and India
Microsoft and India As globalization changes the high-tech industry, Microsoft is reaching out to the world.

Day: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Q&A

Part 3: Coffee and two Americas
Coffee With every latte, consumers influence livelihoods and government policies abroad.

Day: 1 | 2 | 3 | Q&A

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Part 4: U.S. entrepreneurs
U.S. entrepreneurs They form a backbone of the U.S. economy, but instead of profiting, many inventors found the globalized world a difficult place.

Day: 1 | 2 Timeline: 1 | 2

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