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Describe A Security Threat Impacting The United States That Is Fueled by Contemporary Globalization
Describe A Security Threat Impacting The United States That Is Fueled by Contemporary Globalization
An issue that can both exacerbate as well as improve national security is globalization. Globalization is
pretty easy to imagine. At its core it is the collaboration and or cooperation of different countries and
cultures working together towards a common goal. What we see most often are countries working
together to battle climate change, fight terrorism, and develop new technologies. Just do a quick search
of the internet and you will find many examples of how globalization is a good thing. However,
globalization can also exacerbate national security problems because it provides plenty of opportunities
for threats to spread globally. Think cyber-attacks, intercontinental ballistic missiles (being close
proximity to North Korea will get you thinking about one, trust me), disease and all types of other
nefarious technology.
We have reached a point where globalization is unstoppable and further globalization is inevitable. I
often link globalization with the internet, and sometimes wonder what would happen if the internet
were somehow turned off. It would be total chaos. Two probable solutions to the threats that
globalization creates for national security is two work closely with our allies and to try not to make
adversaries. Both are easier said than done but in today’s highly connected world it is important to not
fall behind in working together to make the world better.
Heath, B. J. (2019). National Security and Economic Globalization: Toward Collision or Reconciliation?
Fordham International Law Journal, 42(5), pg. 1434. Retrieved from
https://ir.lawnet.fordham.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2757&context=ilj