Globalisation is a term that is contested in academia from the perspective of semantics, theory, history and characteristics. The fact of the matter is that the world is converging in a myriad of aspects not limited to economics, politics and society. Reading the daily financial news will give guidance to the possible outcomes to the current European debt crisis, so intertwined and interdependent is the state of the global economy. This article explores insecurity as enabled and facilitated by globalisation from the broad contexts of economy, technology and terrorism.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. The globalised economy
3. Technology based insecurity
4. Globalisation and terrorism
5. Conclusion
Objectives & Core Topics
This article aims to investigate how globalisation has contributed to increased insecurity within the international system. By analyzing the interconnectivity of the global economy, the role of technological advancements, and the evolution of terrorism, the work explores how modern global processes create new vulnerabilities that transcend traditional national security paradigms.
- The impact of global economic integration on financial stability and vulnerability.
- The dual role of technology as a driver of globalisation and a platform for insecurity.
- The rise of cybercrime as a consequence of technological proliferation.
- The nexus between globalisation, religious fundamentalism, and international terrorism.
- The shift from national security to a human security perspective in a globalised world.
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The globalised economy
Economic security has long been a concern for governments, globalisation has worked to redefine the way in which economic security is sought as the concern has shifted away from the threat of foreign governments interfering with the state’s domestic (and if not globalised, insular) economy. As Kahler explains following the long hard lessons of the Asian financial crisis of 1997-1998:
“Economic vulnerability to other governments no longer loomed large among security threats. Even the new transnational security threats that accompanied more open borders paled in significance when compared to the risks brought home by the crisis. Instead, a new vulnerability to international markets and an awareness of the economic and political volatility imported through those markets became central to a redefinition of economic security.”
Global financial crisis (its lingering effects), enormous corporate bail outs, subprime mortgage bubble, the shaky fate of the Euro zone are all contemporary issues that have arisen due (in full, part or by connection) to the globalised economy. Though it can be argued by the proponents of the school of thought that globalisation is not directly responsible for the aforementioned issues, it is without a doubt that these events have had marked, significant and wide reaching ramifications for the global economy at large.
Chapter Summary
Introduction: This chapter introduces the contested nature of globalisation and asserts that the world is increasingly interdependent, shifting the security focus from traditional military threats to human and transnational concerns.
The globalised economy: This section examines how economic integration has led to new forms of vulnerability, citing the global financial crisis and the Euro zone instability as evidence of how international market volatility impacts national security.
Technology based insecurity: This chapter discusses how technological advancements accelerate globalisation while simultaneously providing tools for unrest, such as the social media-driven Arab Spring and the rise of various forms of cybercrime.
Globalisation and terrorism: This chapter explores how global connectivity and technology provide terrorist organizations with enhanced capabilities for communication, planning, and the dissemination of anti-Western ideology.
Conclusion: This final chapter synthesizes the findings, confirming that the current international landscape faces heightened insecurity derived from the very forces that drive global integration.
Keywords
Globalisation, Insecurity, Global Financial Crisis, Human Security, Technology, Cybercrime, Terrorism, Arab Spring, Economic Interdependency, International System, National Security, Transnational Threats, Liberal Capitalism, Digital Connectivity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the central focus of this research?
The work focuses on how the process of globalisation, encompassing economic, technological, and ideological dimensions, contributes to growing insecurity in the international system.
What are the primary thematic fields addressed?
The core themes include the volatility of the global economy, the role of modern technology in facilitating both social movements and criminal activity, and the evolution of terrorism in a globalised context.
What is the primary objective of this article?
The objective is to argue that globalisation has fundamentally altered security dynamics, requiring a move from traditional state-centric security models toward a framework that accounts for human security and transnational threats.
Which methodology is employed in this study?
The study utilizes a theoretical and analytical review of contemporary security studies, examining case studies like the Global Financial Crisis and the Arab Spring to support the author's arguments.
What topics are covered in the main body?
The main body systematically addresses the globalized economy's impact on domestic stability, the paradox of technology as both a driver of progress and a catalyst for insecurity, and the rise of globalized terrorism.
Which keywords characterize this work?
Key terms include globalisation, human security, economic interdependency, cybercrime, and international terrorism.
How does the author define the relationship between the Arab Spring and technology?
The author argues that while technology did not cause the revolutions, it acted as a critical facilitator that increased the speed, reach, and coordination of the mass protests.
What specific risks does the author associate with the globalized financial system?
The author highlights the vulnerability of domestic economies to external market shocks and the contagion effect, such as the spread of the US financial crisis to Europe and Australia.
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- Pasquale Kabi (Autor:in), 2011, Globalisation and Insecurity, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/182637
