Republic of the Philippines

Bicol University
Institute of Design and Architecture
Legazpi, City

Eldren Ll. Lofamia BS ARCHITECTURE-2B

Reflection regarding Globalization from Below:

The Rise of Transnational Communities

Globalization has a bright future. The global economy will become more integrated and
interconnected as technology advances in terms of innovation, development, and transferability.
The inherent high mobility of the current and upcoming generations contributes to this. While
national governments will remain important, external factors related to the effects of
globalization will have a significant impact on national policies and decisions. Because of their
development needs and the resulting demand for technology and development skills to address
their development and growth challenges, developing and emerging markets will be most
affected.
The term "globalization from below" refers to the use of mobile technology by poor
people and community-based networks to communicate with one other. This happens in both the
global south and north and narrows the gap between them so that commercial, cultural, and
economic exchanges can take place.
Exchanges of marketing materials are possible. Globalization is experienced and worried
about in many different ways. The world bank and other multinational enterprises have been
blamed by environmentalists for significantly contributing to environmental degradation
throughout the world. Globalization always encourages free commerce, but it can also have a
negative effect on developing nations since they are unable to compete with high-quality
imported goods. Globalization has both benefits and costs.
Base on the topic I’ve read the growth of transnational communities shows that ordinary
people and social movements are also key players in the process of traditional globalization,
which is led by multinational corporations. With a range of digital channels and social media
tools, these people engage with individuals around the globe who share their interests, values,
and identities.
Also, the growth of transnational communities has resulted in the development of new
types of social networks that are based on common objectives and aspirations rather than just
geographical proximity, languages, or cultures. Examples of these communities are given in the
article, including women's rights campaigns, environmentalist organizations, and communities of
language learners, which demonstrates how frequently shared concerns and issues cut through
geographical and cultural divides.
In my opinion, the article emphasizes how technological advancement has changed how
individuals interact, communicate, and organize themselves, resulting in the emergence of
international communities. These communities demonstrate that globalization is a two-way street
and that ordinary people can influence global agendas and drive change. It is obvious that the
growth of transnational communities poses a challenge to current political, economic, and social
structures. Economic and cultural systems provide politicians, corporations, and society at large
with both opportunities and problems. Overall, the article provides a convincing perspective on
globalization, demonstrating that it is a complex and multifaceted process.