The Third World -

The Soviet Union, China, and the communist bloc.

The United States, Western Europe, and their capitalist allies. The Third World

The term "Third World" is a staple of 20th-century political and economic discourse, yet its meaning has shifted so dramatically that it is now often considered obsolete or even offensive. Originally a term of political neutrality, it has evolved into a shorthand for poverty, infrastructure failure, and global inequality. 1. Origins in the Cold War The Soviet Union, China, and the communist bloc

Memo To People Of Earth: 'Third World' Is An Offensive Term! - NPR The Soviet Union