How Does Globalization Affect Cuban Culture

Globalization and isolation play a large role in cultural activities around the world. Countries that are active in accepting new ideas and cultures flow into their nation allow for diversity; however countries, such as Cuba are more isolated. Isolation in Cuba has led the Cuban people to crave new ideas, especially in terms of music. However, the miniscule amounts of globalization that occur in Cuba has allowed the Cuban music and culture to be preserved.

Moreover I think isolation can be a good thing for the Cuban people because it permits the music they know and create to be truly their own. In addition, the music the Cuban people create causes a desire for others, especially American’s, to learn and use the sounds that have evolved from the Cuban culture. Isolated proximity allows Cuba’s culture to be sustained; however it can also prevent opportunities. The Cuban people crave American culture, however due to a lack of Internet access, and government

President Trump may re-apply the sanctions and raise the restrictions of Cuba, which would make it more difficult for the country to expand and grow their culture. Nevertheless, more people in Cuba are able to make money because of globalization and the opportunity to establish businesses; however, Cubans do not want to be outrun by American businesses and American ideals (Bourdain 2017). An example of external influence is the restaurant shown in the video that has started to sell sushi when it used to be a simple rice and bean restaurant (Bourdain 2017). Overall, I think that globalization and isolation have both positively impacted Cuba. The small amounts of globalization have allowed for new opportunities, and Cuban isolation has provided the country with a sense of morals and protectiveness of their