Two sides of globalization


globalization is the one of important factor in the development of the present world, globalisation lead to development of many economies and countries. But it also two sides that means it also disadvantages. In this article we discussing about the merit and demerits of globalisation. The beverages we consume, the dress we wear, the vehicles we drive , the jobs that we occupy, the entertainment programs and all of them are the part of globalisation.

Advantages of globalization

Major advantages of globalization as follows:-
  • as a part of agreement between countries free trade between nations increased
  • more investing opportunities for investors and multi national companies.
  • Increased liquidity of capital allowing investors in developed nations to invest in developing nations
  • companies can operate without borders this increased the flexibility of corporations.
  • Development of INTERNET as global media.
  • Global mass media ties the world together
  • development of new technology.
  • Increased flow of communications allows vital information to be shared between individuals and corporations around the world
  • Greater ease and speed of transportation for goods and people
  • Reduction of cultural barriers increases the global village effect
  • Spread of democratic ideals to developed nations
  • Greater interdependence of nation-states
  • Reduction of likelihood of war between developed nations
  • Increases in environmental protection in developed nations
  • increased flow of capital into underdeveloped economies.
  • Scope for more investment and revenue for developed countries.
Disadvantages

  • loss for traditional (domestic) business firm in underdeveloped or developing countries
  • Increased flow of skilled and non-skilled jobs from developed to developing nations as corporations seek out the cheapest labor
  • disruptions in economy will affect in other economy also.
  • Corporate influence of nation-states far exceeds that of civil society organizations and average individuals
  • Threat that control of world media by a handful of corporations will limit cultural expression
  • increased terrorist and other internal threats
  • Greater chance of reactions for globalization being violent in an attempt to preserve cultural heritage
  • Greater risk of diseases being transported unintentionally between nations
  • Spread of a materialistic lifestyle and attitude that sees consumption as the path to prosperity
  • International bodies like the World Trade Organization infringe on national and individual sovereignty
  • Increase in the chances of civil war within developing countries and open war between developing countries as they vie for resources
  • Decreases in environmental integrity as polluting corporations take advantage of weak regulatory rules in developing countries

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