[Reading Assignment1] What is Globalization?-Lee Eunsuk
Summary Globalization is a phenomenon caused by increased global connectivity and increased global awareness. The U.N. agency explains globalization in four forms. First, there is what can be called world politics. This is an international-systemic aspect. Second, it's humanity, the impact which covers the component of humanity. The relationship between humans and animals and human rights are constantly changing. Third, it's an individual. This is the totality of individual selves. The increase in individualization has had a sufficient impact on self-identity. Self-identity is the cornerstone of homogeneity formation. Fourth, it is a nation-state. It can be said that globalization has been changed by ethnic states. The subdivisions of Globalization include economy, culture, politics and society. The concept to be noted in the economic sector is Glocalization. The need to change the brand to suit the local situation has emerged while expanding the same products and services...