1 Madagascar's geographic isolation increases the cost of trade. 2  This isolation is not all bad -- it is a large part of why Madagascar has such incredible biodiversity and unique cultural practices.3  Relatively small population. 4  A small population is not necessarily a bad thing but it does not really help the economy. Relatively small population. 2  A small population is not necessarily a bad thing but it does not really help the economy. 3  Because Madagascar's population is relatively small (and poor), it will continue to be underserved as a market for international firms.
Definition of philosopher for English Language Learners. : a person who studies ideas about knowledge, truth, the nature and meaning of life, etc. : a person who studies philosophy.
Philosophy is the study of the general and fundamental nature of reality, existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language.The Ancient Greek word ÏÎ¹Î»Î¿ÏÎ¿ÏÎ¯Î± (philosophia) was probably coined by Pythagoras and literally means love of wisdom or friend of wisdom. Philosophy of language explores the nature, the origins, and the use of language. 2  Philosophy of law (often called jurisprudence) explores the varying theories explaining the nature and the interpretations of law.