Globalization is a trend where the connections between countries around the world are becoming increasingly close. We can think of it as a vast network, with countries becoming more integrated through trade, technology, and cultural exchanges. For example, many of the products we use every day may be designed in one country, produced in another, and then shipped to yet another for sale—this is the effect of economic globalization. In addition to economic ties, cultures are also influencing each other through the process of globalization. For instance, we might watch American TV shows, listen to Korean pop music, or eat Japanese sushi—all examples of cultural globalization. At the same time, the development of technology has accelerated all of this, with the internet facilitating the rapid spread of information and technology. However, globalization is not without its challenges. For example, it can sometimes widen the gap between rich and poor or cause local cultures to be impact...