Essay on the topic "Globalization in Russia".

Russia has only one alternative -

either she will be strong, or she will not

will be at all.
V.V. Putin

At the present stage, profound changes are taking place in the entire system of international relations. Globalization is becoming their essential feature.

Globalization, according to R. Robertson, is a process of ever-increasing impact on the social reality of individual countries of various factors of international significance: economic and political ties, cultural and information exchange, etc.

The global connection of various cultural traditions, unique features of the economy, political system, religion into a single whole - this is globalization. Integration, interpenetration and cultural enrichment on the one side of the coin. On the other hand, globalization leads to unification - that is, the creation of uniform systems that are similar to each other.

The relevance of this topic is due to the fact that since the beginning of the 21st century, the Russian Federation has been actively entering the common world space. In this regard, the processes of creating a political portrait of Russia in the world, the stages of its formation, the features and sources of its change, as well as the problem of preserving national identity and cultural identity are of particular interest.

So, what can be said about the consequences of globalization for Russia, Russian society and his outlook?
First, globalization carries a huge potential danger for Russia. The danger, which, first of all, lies in the possibility of losing oneself, one's identity and becoming one of the faceless elements of this "new beautiful" homogeneous global world. That is, it is the danger of the disappearance of the thousand-year-old Russian civilization in general.
Secondly,it is political expansion. Recently, in order to reduce political pressure on the state, countries with stronger economies and political institutions are creating on the territory of other countries political parties, which are in fact their tool for ensuring political decisions. A clear example of this is the USSR during the Cold War, which created communist parties in the territories of satellite countries.

In any case, trying to isolate oneself from globalization is most likely not the best choice for Russian society; as A.S. Panarin: “this would mean that instead of mastering modernity in our own way, imposing our own creative stamp on it, we simply reject it, leaving the other side to monopoly shape it at its own discretion.”
One can agree with Alexander Panarin. It is impossible to give only one side (the United States and the West) the monopoly right to determine the nature and direction of globalization, and hence the further development world history.
On the other hand, globalization is a process that has already become, apparently, some kind of historical inevitability; moreover, the inevitability of carrying not only dangers for Russia, but also advantages. Indeed, globalization has many objectively attractive and useful aspects.To avoid jumping to conclusions about globalization, we must consider its impact on the life of the individual.
First, globalization makes it possible to be closer to relatives and friends. This is very important in our vast country. For example, using the Internet, you can wish your friends a Happy New Year, wherever they are. You can ask each other for help, cheer each other up if there are problems.
Secondly, globalization helps in learning in every way. Gives you the opportunity to get a good education. Today there is an opportunity to participate in international educational programs and competitions, practice abroad using the Internet, turn to colleagues from another country for help. All this makes it possible to develop in the direction in which we want. Using the experience of all the experts in the world, you can become a professional in your field. All these things are so common today that it is impossible to imagine life without them.
Third, globalization brings freedom. There is an opportunity to independently choose everything: the place where you want to live, the country in which you want to relax, the country that produces food and other goods.
Thus, globalization is a very controversial process.
This is the possibility of free movement on the Earth, and unhindered cultural and economic exchanges, and instant global communication, and access to the achievements of any countries and peoples. All this creates enormous potential for development. At the same time, Russia has a chance to try to direct the process of globalization in a new, more constructive direction. Russia can and should make its own contribution to this process, its unique features, thus making it more profitable for itself and more humane for all. But in order to bring something of our own into globalization, we need to have our own, unique. This means that the only way to participate equally in global processes is to preserve and increase their traditions, their original civilizational values, their culture and faith. Only a unique subject that has retained its uniqueness can claim a worthy place in the global world.

Driven by globalization and technology, English dominates the world like no other language has ever, and some linguists say the language will never be dethroned as the king of languages. Other scholars see the pitfalls, but the facts they publish only underscore how the English language has tremendous power in the world. Nothing can destroy this language, nor nuclear war, nor climate change - nothing can make this language unnecessary.

Some scholars insist that linguistic evolution will continue for many centuries, and that English may die like Latin, Phoenician or Sanskrit. “If you live in the middle of the 15th century, you can say with confidence that the future Latin extremely bright", - says Nicholas Ostler, author of the history of the language "Empire of the World". “But if you live in the 21st century, then you can say the same about the English language”. This skepticism is a minority priority. English language experts such as David Crystal, author of the book « English language as a global language says the world is changing so radically that history is no longer a guide. “For the first time we are talking about a language that is spoken sincerely and globally by people all over the world and nothing gives us reason to believe that something can happen to this language”.

Globalization of English in every branch of knowledge

John Mac Worter says that English is dominant over all any languages ​​that came before it and it is completely incomprehensible what mechanisms or conditions could eradicate this language. According to scientists, with the beginning of the new millennium, a quarter of the planet can speak English to some extent. English is the language of almost every branch of knowledge, from science and air traffic control (air traffic service), to global jihad, where English is supposedly the means of communication between speakers Arabic and other languages.

"English has increased its influence by becoming the language of the Internet, keeping 80% of the general information in English"

says David Graddol, linguist and researcher. Possibly speaks Chinese, Spanish and Hindi large quantity people, but only English is the language of intercultural communication and only English is taught by the Chinese and Spaniards to their children to help them communicate freely and develop their knowledge. In call centers around the world, English is naturally the primary language. The radio stations play pop music performed in English.

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"English has become a second language for each of us"

says Mark Warshauer, professor of computer science at the University of California. In some countries, English has invaded companies along with the global economy. Some Swedish companies speak English at their workplaces because most of the business and communication on the internet is done in English. As English continues to spread, linguists say it is becoming fragmented; divided into groups of dialects. As a result, these dialects are fully established languages ​​known as English. New vernacular languages ​​have emerged in countries such as Singapore and Nigeria, although widespread literacy and communications may be slowed down by the natural process of diversification. The hybrid language of Papua New Guinea already has its own literature and translations of Shakespeare. Unlike Latin, English is firmly established and cannot just go away. Jean-Paul Nérier, retired vice president of IBM Corporation, says there are too many words in the English language. He proposes his own version of the Globish language, which will have no more than 15 thousand simple words, for use by non-native speakers. Due to the emergence of a simplified version of English, modified forms of the language appear, common in Britain and America, but they cannot become nothing more than dialects. Although, however, native speakers themselves need to become bilingual in order to understand people who speak such dialects, and this is, for example, Singlish (English in Singapore) or Taglish (English in the Philippines).

David Crystal argues that there can only be a world language once.

After that, no one can replace him. D. Crystal reports that the last quarter of the 20th century was precisely that critical moment in the emergence of a world language. The English language and globalization have spread in the world so much that language helps globalization and vice versa. This process began with the dominance of two successful English-speaking empires, British and American, and continues to this day in the new virtual internet empire. D. Crystal notes that a phenomenon that has not been noticed before is that the number of people who speak English as a foreign language is three times higher than the number of people who speak it as their native language.

Topic: Globalization Weakened National Identity or Developed Civilization?

Topic: Is globalization a weakened national identity or an advanced civilization?

Our planet is inhabited by various nations with a unique culture, traditions and history. People of one nation have some similar features in appearance; they speak common language, wear particular types of clothes and eat traditional food. They also share the same values ​​and have cultural stereotypes. It is called a national identity. international businesses and social organizations have changed the world. Boundaries have become less apparent, and the world community elaborates common principles and forms modern trends. The world has become more unified and standardized. This process is known as globalization.

Our planet is inhabited different nations with a unique culture, traditions and history. People of the same nation have common features of appearance; they speak the same language, wear certain types of clothing and eat traditional food. They also share the same values ​​and have cultural stereotypes. This is called national identity. Internet, international companies and public organizations changed the world. Borders have become less obvious, the global community is developing general principles and sets the current trends. The world has become more unified and standardized. This process is known as globalization.

Some people voice an opinion that the extension of global tendencies weakens a national identity and badly influences the culture. Other ones have much more optimistic point of view, considering that the best worldwide practices improve life and make it more civilized. I think that the benefits of globalization are obvious. It improves living conditions and makes the world more “intelligent” and safer. National identity can be preserved and even strengthened by means of various cultural projects and a wise national policy.

Some people argue that the expansion of global trends weakens the national identity and badly affects the culture. Others have a much more optimistic point of view, believing that the world's best practices improve life and make it more civilized. I think the benefits of globalization are clear. It improves living conditions and makes the world smarter and safer. National identity can be preserved and even strengthened through various cultural projects and wise national policy.

Firstly, international companies bring their business models to different countries. The models proved to be successful in their native country and on some other foreign territories. They are not only profitable but also favorable for other countries’ local economies and their social environment. High standards of running business and efficient management develop the most important sectors of the national economy, such as food processing, telecommunication, car production and banking. Modern technologies make it possible to produce goods of high quality and lower self-cost. Efficient retail chains ensure high sales and big profits. Local budgets get more taxes needed for the development of towns and cities. Local residents get more employment possibilities, their salaries grow. International interventions also stimulate improvements of municipal infrastructure and transport connection. New supermarkets, parking lots, alleys and parks as well as children playgrounds gradually appear in the residential areas.

First, international companies bring their business models to different countries. These models proved successful in their home country and in some other foreign territories. They are not only profitable, but also favorable for the local economy of other countries and their social environment. High business standards and effective management are developing the most important sectors of the national economy, such as food production, telecommunications, automobile manufacturing and the banking industry. Modern technologies enable the production of high quality products at low cost. Efficient retail chains provide high sales and high profits. Local budgets receive more taxes needed for urban development. Local residents are getting more job opportunities, their salaries are rising. International interventions are also spurring improvements in communal infrastructure and transport links. New supermarkets, parking lots, alleys and parks, as well as children's playgrounds are gradually appearing in residential areas.

Thirdly, global organizations are working hard to make our planet green and protect vulnerable populations. They implement projects to reduce the level of pollution of the atmosphere, land and water, to minimize deforestation, acid rain and exhaust gases. Their activities are also aimed at preventing epidemics and human deaths from starvation. These problems require an integrated approach to their solution.

Finally, national identity should be a concern of local governments. State persons are supposed to develop a special policy to preserve and enhance their cultural heritage. Children and adults must be proud of their nationality and values. Governments must build museums and galleries, hold festivals, exhibitions and folk concerts to promote them. The school program must include some special awareness-raising lessons and practical activities on cooking some dishes from ethnic cuisine, folk singing and dancing and tailoring and embroidery of national costumes.

Finally, national identity must be taken care of by local governments. Government officials are expected to develop specific policies to preserve and enhance their cultural heritage. Children and adults should be proud of their nationality and values. To popularize them, governments should build museums and galleries, hold festivals, exhibitions and folklore concerts. School program should include special awareness-raising lessons and practical training in cooking national cuisine, folk singing and dancing, tailoring and embroidery of national costumes.

To sum up, the best world practices and high standards in local communities. Civilization makes the world more comfortable and safer for living. Culture should be developed within the national policy and government programs. No modern conveniences hide it.

As a result, we can say that the best world practices and high standards should be implemented in local communities. Civilization makes the world more comfortable and safer for life. Culture must be developed within the framework of national policies and government programs. No modern amenities prevent this.

There is no doubt that globalization has become an indispensable part of modern life. Many people think that it has a detrimental effect on the world, whereas others disagree with this point of view.

In my opinion, globalization affects people's life in a positive way. Firstly, they can exchange goods, money and ideas faster and cheaper than ever before because nowadays transmission between different countries is developed quite well. Secondly, people and organizations have an opportunity to work and interconnect. Hence, a great number of countries become closer to each other. Finally, it is beneficial for consumers to have a larger market and freedom of choice.

However, there are those who think that globalization does more harm than good for people.

According to their opinion, it causes unemployment because countries move their factories to places where they can get cheaper workers. Additionally, uniqueness of various cultures is replaced by companies and their brands.

Despite this, I cannot agree with these statements. If a person has good education and high qualifications, he can get a high paid job in large international corporations. What is more, close interaction between countries helps them to know other cultures better and distribute their products over the world.

In conclusion, even though there are different points of view on this problem, I am inclined to believe that globalization has a beneficial effect on people’s mind and development of countires.

Updated: 2018-02-13

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Drozhzhina Anastasia. Gymnasium, Ramenskoye, Moscow region, Russia
Essay in English with translation. Nomination My world.

Pros and cons of globalization

It's well known that the problem of globalization is very important today. Some people say that globalization is useful. But other people think that it is bad. Who is right? As for me, I am absolutely sure that globalization is a necessary process.

Now I will try to prove my point of view. First of all, globalization opens up new economic perspectives for various states and their citizens. Secondly, it gives opportunities to raise the level of life. Thirdly, globalization allows to achieve the international legal rates and standards. It helps to carry out legal and customs procedures.

But there is also another opinion. Some people think that globalization is a cause of increase in competition. Moreover, it increases the number of people immigrating abroad. But I don't agree to this point of view. To my mind, competition raises the quality of goods and reduces prices. In addition, immigrants form a cheap labor market.

To sum it all up, I would like to stress that I am for globalization because it helps the economic development of many countries. But, of course, the problem of globalization is very serious and needs further discussion.

The problem of globalization is very important today. Some people believe that globalization will have a positive effect. Others think that it will have a negative impact. Who is right? As for me, I am sure that globalization is a necessary process.

Now I will try to present my point of view. First of all, globalization opens up new economic prospects for many countries and their citizens. Secondly, the process of globalization provides an opportunity to improve the standard of living. Thirdly, globalization makes it possible to achieve international norms and standards, which helps to pass customs procedures without problems.

But there is another opinion. Some people believe that globalization is the reason for increased competition. Moreover, it increases the number of immigrants. I do not agree with this point of view. In my opinion, competition improves the quality of goods and regulates prices. In addition, immigrants form a market for cheap labor.

In conclusion, I want to emphasize that I am for the process of globalization, because it stimulates the development of many countries. Of course, the problem of globalization is very serious and requires further discussion.