Globalization is described as the trend toward greater economic, cultural, politicl, and technological interdependence among national institutions and economies. The benefits of globalization are global sustainability, reduced marketing costs, and new market opportunities. There are arguments on whether it is a good or bad thing.
Those who favor globalization argue that it increases wealth worldwide and advances the economies of developing nations. However, those who oppose it argue that it eliminates jobs in developed nations or other countries begin to exploit workers in developed countries. Another key thing to the argument is that a company can pay someone in another country less than what they would pay for a worker in their country. They are allowed to do that because of the difference in cost of living.
Economically, Ireland ranks as the 2nd in the practice of globalization. Ireland entered the common market in the 1990s and have improved their economy. One news outlet describes Ireland as the "poster child" for globalization. One of Ireland's major exports and imports is pharmaceuticals. As of 2014, eight of the ten global pharmaceutical companies reside in Ireland (Haugh). This could the influence on Ireland's rank in globalization.
Sources:
http://oecdobserver.org/news/fullstory.php/aid/5456/Ireland_92s_economy:_Still_riding_the_globalisation_wave.html
https://www.politico.eu/sponsored-content/ireland-globalizations-poster-child/
Tatseyana
Monday, May 27, 2019
The Stereotypical American
Hello, everyone! I am Tatseyana and I am from Sasser, GA! Today, I will be heading out of the country for my very first time to travel to Ireland. This is my first blog and first blog post. I will like to start with the common stereotypes of Americans from the perspective of other countries.
In March, I attended my study abroad orientation and we were given a handout covering the different stereotypes. Among the list was loud, optimistic, racially prejudiced, politically naive, and judgemental. There were other stereotypes that struck out to me. Some people believe our women are promiscuous. Another thing was that everyone doesn't agree with us being informal and making people feel "at home". Though it is a stereotype, I found myself making people feel at home frequently. I would like to know cultures who specifically disagree with this, so I won't offend them.
Last week, I had the opportunity to watch an Irish movie, Philomena. It featured an Irish woman looking for her birth son in America. I found it funny when she wondered if her son was obese due to our portion size. It was funny to me because I took the course, Concept of Fitness, this semester and I read that our portion size is largely responsible for the increase in obesity rates.
I am looking forward to traveling to Ireland, guys. Wish me safe travels!
Tatseyana
In March, I attended my study abroad orientation and we were given a handout covering the different stereotypes. Among the list was loud, optimistic, racially prejudiced, politically naive, and judgemental. There were other stereotypes that struck out to me. Some people believe our women are promiscuous. Another thing was that everyone doesn't agree with us being informal and making people feel "at home". Though it is a stereotype, I found myself making people feel at home frequently. I would like to know cultures who specifically disagree with this, so I won't offend them.
Last week, I had the opportunity to watch an Irish movie, Philomena. It featured an Irish woman looking for her birth son in America. I found it funny when she wondered if her son was obese due to our portion size. It was funny to me because I took the course, Concept of Fitness, this semester and I read that our portion size is largely responsible for the increase in obesity rates.
I am looking forward to traveling to Ireland, guys. Wish me safe travels!
Tatseyana
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