Intercultural Communication - Globalization

Running head : INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION

Intercultural Communication : Globalization

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Intercultural Communication : Globalization

Globalization has had an effect in all aspect of our lives . However these effects have not all been positive and it becomes important to consider both sides of the coin while trying to understand the phenomenon that is globalization . Globalization is a movement that seeks to establish more global integration especially in matters pertaining to trade and governance to increase prosperity and reduce conflicts . In this regard there was a strengthening of international institutions

especially the UN and the signing of various treaties that abolishes tariffs and protectionist measures . This makes trade between countries easier and makes it possible to make capital and labor mobile across countries . Therefore , globalization also affects culture due to increased interaction of foreigners and the growth of the communication sector including the internet . Most of these effects have been positive allowing societies to benefit from each other . theless , other negative impacts have been exported leading to an erosion of indigenous cultures and a spread of vices like pornography and human trafficking

The most important aspect of globalization is the ability of companies to outsource their businesses to areas that have cheaper labor . This makes productivity cheaper since countries can set up factories in countries whereby labor is in plenty and wages are low . Furthermore these countries have weaker laws and regulations making business easier and further reducing the cost of production . This translates to increased profits for shareholders and allows companies to...