Globalization In The 21st Century World

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When Friedman stated the "the world is flat" he was right (Friedman 12). The 21st century world is neither defined by physical barriers, time, or distance. More so, geographical differences are no longer barriers to human actions or interactions. All this is due to technology which has promoted the aspect off globalization. The world is indeed becoming a global village due to the elimination of all the barriers that existed before. It is now possible to conduct business or any other transaction thanks to the wave of globalization that serves to promote and increase the aspects of human interactions. It is for this reason that Matthew Sparke notes in his book titled, "Introducing globalization" that the world is officially a global village. His statement could not be further away from the truth. Globalization has thus impacted on almost every facet of human life …show more content…

For instance, in the case of the developing world, the lack of opportunities in their country forces them to look for alternative means to survive. The aspect off globalization thus helps the developed nations coming to the rescue of such countries such as provision of foods and medical supplies. This serves to help them and in setting up an example for other nations to follow. The aspect of security comes up when citizens from the developing world decide to use escape routes towards other places. They immigrate with the hope of living the "American dream" once he or she reaches Europe, parts of Asia or even the United States. Once individuals from such areas from the developing world reach out there, they may lack opportunities and thus decide to join criminal gangs that would help them to survive there. In the end, they turn out to be threats to national security. Though not all, some are good and once they immigrate there, they may be lucky and get a chance to work. Others keep up the hunt for better opportunities despite the problems they experience while in another

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