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There are many theories according to the definition of globalization,

the first definition is from Anthony Giddens he stated, Globalization


can thus be defined as the intensification of worldwide social
relations which link distant localities in such a way that local
happenings are shaped by events occurring many miles away and
vice versa. The second is from David Held, Although in its
simplistic sense globalization refers to the widening, deepening and
speeding up of global interconnection, such a definition begs further
elaboration. Globalization can be located on a continuum with the
local, national and regional. At one end of the continuum lie social
and economic relations and networks which are organized on a local
and or national basis; at the other end lie social and economic
relations and networks which crystallize on the wider scale of
regional and global interactions. Globalization can refer to those
spatial-temporal

processes

of

change

that

underpin

transformation in the organization of human affairs by linking


together

and

expanding

human

activity

across

regions

and

continents. Without reference to such expansive spatial connections,


there can be no clear or coherent formulation of this term. A
satisfactory definition of globalization must capture each of these
elements: extensity (stretching), intensity, velocity and impact. The
last theory is from Thomas Larsson, globalization is the process of
world shrinkage, of distances getting shorter, things moving closer.
It pertains to the increasing ease with which somebody on one side
of the world can interact, to mutual benefit, with somebody on the
other side of the world. From the theories people can assume that
globalization is common things to discussed related to the economy;
businesses everywhere have been affected either positively or
negatively. The term of globalization is to expansion, development,
and wider correlation between two or more parties to produce more
in financial, urban industries, and market. This will affect the
countries economy and also to cultural exchange.

Some positive side of globalization include lack of modernization


and globalization in culture led to a shift in values and attitudes of
society are all irrational becomes rational. There also development
of science and technology with the development of science and
technology community in the move easier and to encourage more
forward thinking, also makes better Life level opening industries
producing tools advanced communication and transportation is an
effort to reduce unemployment and improve people's lives. The
opposite

sides

are

like

Consumer

Lifestyle

rapid

industrial

development makes abundant provision of public goods. By doing so


the community is interested in taking the goods with plenty of
options. Globalization also affect Individualistic attitudes, people find
it more convenient with advanced technology makes them feel no
longer need anyone else in acting. Sometimes they forget that they
are social creatures. It also influences the culture in specific region
that tend to forget about the behavior and lifestyle and people can
be disrespect about rules and culture. Therefore,
The globalists believe that globalization is a reality that has real
consequences for how people and institutions around the world
running. They believe that states and local culture will be lost
buffeted by the global economic culture and homogeneous. Even so,
the

globalists

do

not

have

the

same

opinion

about

the

consequences of the process. The positive and optimistic globalists


respond well to such developments and states that globalization will
produce the world community that is tolerant and responsible.
Pessimistic

globalists

argue

that

globalization

is

negative

phenomenon because it is actually a form of western colonialism


(especially the United States) which forced a number of forms of

culture and consumption are seen as something homogeneous and


true surface. Some of them later formed a group to oppose
globalization (anti-globalization). The term of transformasionalist is
based between the globalist and traditionalist. They agree that the
impact of globalization has been greatly exaggerated by the
globalists. However, they also argue that it is foolish to deny the
existence of this concept. This theoretical position argues that
globalization should be understood as "a set of interrelated
relationships with purely through a force, most of which did not
happen immediately". They stated that this process could be
reversed, especially when it is negative or, at least, can be
controlled.
Converge can be implement as the dark side of globalization. It is
the combination of a broad assortment of able to move human
activities, which is dangerously as an individual and become more
significant threat if they merge as a unity. The most perceptible
precedent is narco-terrorism. Drug cartels use to carry enormous
quantity of cocaine, methamphetamines, and heroin through
trafficking routes. Terrorists can in effect rent these routes by coopting the drug cartels through money, coercion or ideological
persuasion. These organizations can then move personnel, cash or
arms possibly even a weapon of mass destruction clandestinely
to the United States. Other globally trafficked illicit goods can also
be found constantly moving on these routes: stolen and counterfeit
intellectual property, illegal migrants, human slaves, laundered
cash, and sophisticated armaments. Meanwhile, in laboratories in
North Korea, Iran and Syria, sophisticated weapons of mass
destruction are in production or being researched. When global
trafficking routes and weapons of mass destruction merge, the
result will be catastrophic.
The globalization of the surrounding community can be an
opportunity, both for a company and an individual. A company could

develop from the perspective of the various parties; it depends on


the company's openness to globalization. Individuals can develop
themselves to follow and keep up with filtering out the positive
things that can be learned and useful for their development.

Syifa Aqmarina
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REFERENCE

Giddens, Anthony. (1991). The Consequences of Modernity Cambridge:


Polity Press. p. 64. ISBN 9780745609232 Giddens, Anthony. (1991).
The Consequences of Modernity Cambridge: Polity Press. p. 64. ISBN
9780745609232
Held, David, et al. (1999). Global Transformations Cambridge: Polity
Press. ISBN 9780745614984
Larsson, Thomas. (2001). The Race to the Top: The Real Story of
Globalization Washington, D.C.: Cato Institute. p. 9. ISBN 9781930865150
The dark side of globalization. (2008, May 31). The Economist.
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