Globalization has been recognised and observed for decades. It is considered social phenomenon with excessive impact on the economy. In the globalised world of the 21st century, more complex systems have to be understood and interpreted than ever before. In response to the emergence of globalisation, new, usable tools and methods for the sound measurement of such changing phenomenon need to be found. As various activities (business, migration etc.) fall into networks, network theory is an innovative tool and approach in our globalised world that can help us handle the complexity of this century. However, so far it has not featured in mainstream official statistics. Globalisation and migration have posed many challenges, thus network theory can offer a possible solution for capturing the essence and benefits of new phenomena.

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