Introduction
Globalization has recently become a standard public discussion subject, with solid arguments for and against it. As Peter Berger aptly pointed out, the challenge of globalization lies in its ability to level out economic systems and associated cultures. This observation shows the conflict between promoters of the advantages of globalization and critics pointing out its negative aspects. This navigation demands a sensible approach to the globalization and justice discourse. Although globalization provides advantages, it is not without its unfair aspects, which we must be alert to and take steps to correct. If correct management is not in place, globalization may augment inequalities and injustices within and between societies.
One positive aspect of globalization concerning justice is the growing awareness of knowledge and education. With technology development and interconnectedness, everyone worldwide is presently offered more resources for education and information than before (Ahmed & Le, 2021). For example, online learning platforms Coursera and Khan Academy offer a variety of courses, either free or at a smaller fee, to learners regardless of where they are physically. Education enables people from deprived communities to gain expertise and knowledge, thus opening up their socio-economic opportunities (Ahmed & Le, 2021). However, there is always room for improvement. Investing in educational infrastructure, such as schools, and promoting digital literacy programs will give all members of society the same chance to benefit from the education system.
Another positive impact of globalization on justice is strengthening economic possibilities for disadvantaged groups. Globalization has helped to unify economies that used to be secluded and access the whole world market. This means that people who used to be marginalized are now able to participate in trade, commerce, and other activities. This is illustrated in fair trade, whereby smallholder farmers are able to secure adequate pay for their produce even though this price may be less than the market value. On the other hand, introducing e-commerce platforms enables vendors from deprived regions and all over the world to offer their products just a click away. To reinforce the positive of this, it is essential to campaign for fair trade activities, ensuring that workers in the global supply chains are paid well and have a workplace where they can stay safe (Fu et al., 2023). Similarly, it is necessary to strengthen local businesses through capacity-building programs and ensure they possess the financial resources to survive in the global market so the entire growth of sustainable economic sectors can be achieved and inequalities can be reduced to the minimum.
Globalization, though it shrinks the commercial gap among nations, is one factor that intensifies the economic class division between people of affluent and disenfranchised backgrounds (Chakraborty, 2023). In search of cheap labour, multinational companies were plundering the workers of developing countries, which invariably contributed to an imbalanced distribution of wealth, with the minority portion having more than most. For instance, Chakraborty (2023) mentions the garments industry in Bangladesh, which is marked by sweating shops where workers often barely have enough to survive while big shots make loads of cash. This will be catalyzed by income tax reform and aid the government to support the vulnerable and people experiencing poverty. By imposing a tax on the rich and providing basic social services to the poor, we can mitigate the adverse outcomes of globalization on inequality and achieve equality amongst social classes.
Ultimately, globalization as a change factor has both advantages and drawbacks for the law. On the one hand, it has assumed the responsibility to expand access to education and create socially neglected communities vibrant economically. Still, on the other hand, it has significantly worsened economic inequality. The complexity of globalization is such that it necessitates crucial decision-making about what is best, where advantages are capitalized on, and the downsides are faced. Through investments in education, the development of fair trade institutions, and taxation policies tailored towards growth, globalization can progress to a point where justice and equity are guaranteed.
References
Ahmed, Z., & Le, H. P. (2021). Linking Information Communication Technology, trade globalization index, and CO2 emissions: evidence from advanced panel techniques. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 28(7), 8770-8781.
Fu, X., Ghauri, P., Ogbonna, N., & Xing, X. (2023). Platform-based business model and entrepreneurs from Base of the Pyramid. Technovation, 119, 102451.
Chakraborty, S. (2023). The Dimension of Labour Standards in the Age of Globalisation and Trade Unions’ Responses on the Ground: Insights from the Bangladesh Garment Industry (Doctoral dissertation, Aston University).
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