Relation between culture and globalization——LI ZIKANG

   Globalization refers to the process by which countries around the world deepen their interconnectedness and interdependence in economic, political, cultural, and technological fields.

  Culture, on the other hand, embodies the values, beliefs, behavioral norms, art, language, and way of life that a society develops over the long term.

  The core of their relationship lies in the fact that globalization is the force of communication, and culture is its content.

Globalization refers to the increasing interconnection and interdependence among countries in economic, political, and cultural dimensions. Culture, on the other hand, represents a society’s shared values, beliefs, language, and ways of life. The relationship between culture and globalization is complex and bidirectional.

First, globalization promotes the transmission and integration of cultures. Through international media, the internet, and global trade, cultural exchange has accelerated, creating a more diverse and interconnected world. However, globalization also brings the risk of cultural homogenization. Western—particularly American—popular culture has expanded worldwide, sometimes marginalizing local traditions and weakening cultural diversity.

Second, culture itself deeply influences how globalization develops. Different societies react to globalization based on their cultural values and historical experiences. Traditional cultures may resist or adapt to global trends. For instance, East Asian societies shaped by Confucian values continue to emphasize collectivism and social harmony even as they modernize economically.

In conclusion, the relationship between culture and globalization is not a one-way process of influence but a dynamic interaction. True and sustainable globalization can only be achieved by respecting cultural diversity and promoting equal cultural exchange among nations.

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  1. Im JaeyeongOctober 26, 2025 at 7:34 AM

    Hello, LIZIKANG. Thank you for your comment. I'd like to make a suggestion about the composition of the text. Now the text is focused on clearly "summarizing" the topic, and I think adding 'interesting points' or 'questions/discussions' sections will make the text much richer.

    In this regard, it was impressive to see "cultural uniformity" and "cultural resistance" as two opposing forces in the article. According to Tomlinson's text we read, I think a third path between the two is possible.

    Tomlinson refers to "deterritorialization," and believes that culture is not just "erase" (unification) of Western culture, but it is not unconditional resistance. Rather, just as McDonald's hamburgers are transformed into "bulgogi burgers" to suit each country's taste, we pay attention to the phenomenon in which global elements meet with the local context to create a completely new hybrid culture.

    Maintaining collectivism in the midst of economic modernization, perhaps not just resistance, is what ZIKANG said, "Confucianism values" can be seen as a hybrid example of Western capitalism, which has been transformed and adapted within their own cultural framework?

    Thank you for sharing the good post!

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