20072011

2007–2011 refers to the span of years from 2007 through 2011 and is used in historical and analytical writing to discuss events, trends, and developments within that interval. The period saw sweeping changes across economics, politics, technology, and culture in many regions of the world.

Economy and policy developments dominated the era. The global financial crisis began in 2007–2008 with the subprime mortgage crisis in the United States, triggering a worldwide recession in 2008–2009. Governments implemented stimulus measures, financial reforms, and measures to stabilize banking systems, while central banks pursued expansive monetary support. The crisis contributed to prolonged debates over fiscal sustainability and economic governance, including the European debt crisis that emerged in the aftermath of 2010.

Political and social change occurred in multiple spheres. In the United States, the 2008 election brought a new president and renewed political dynamics at home and abroad. The period also encompassed significant protest movements and uprisings, including the Arab Spring beginning in 2010, which reshaped politics in several regions and led to regime changes, reforms, or ongoing instability in different countries.

Significant events and disasters marked the years. The 2008 Sichuan earthquake in China, the 2010 Haiti earthquake, and the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan had profound humanitarian and economic impacts. Environmental policy discussions continued, with the Copenhagen Climate Change Conference in 2009 highlighting global disagreements over emissions targets and funding.

Technology and culture advanced rapidly. The iPhone launched in 2007, helping to propel the smartphone era, followed by the emergence of Android in 2008. The period also saw advances in personal computing, digital media, and social networking, shaping communication, business, and entertainment for years to come.