„Der Glaube ist erschüttert, dass freie Märkte die Probleme der Menschen lösen, dass es also allen besser geht, wenn wir nur den Markt sich selbst überlassen.“ (Ulrich Beck: Was ist Globalisierung?)

Kommt schon alles aus Asien? (schlechte Auswirkungen der Globalisierung auf die Welt und Mitmenschen in Asien)

Mónika Farkas - 10.01.2021 @ 21:37

„The belief is shattered that free markets solve people’s problems, that everyone is better off if we just leave the market to its own device.” (Ulrich Beck: What is Globalization?)

Is everything from Asia? (bad effects of the globalization to the world and fellows in Asia)

Mónika Farkas - 10.01.2021 @ 21:43

Here you can find the article we've been working on.

Hier findet ihr den Artikel, an dem wir gearbeitet haben.

Rim Farisse - 14.02.2021 @ 18:36

Die schlechten Auswirkungen der asiatischen Globalisierung

Von Damiano Casula, Rim Farisse, Giulia Valente, Martina Zoccheddu, Giulia Ferrara, LSP Assisi/Italy

In den letzten Jahren ist das Phänomen der Verlegung immer häufiger geworden. Die Firmen entscheiden, sich auf die multinationale Unternehmen zu verlassen oder neue Zweigstellen zu eröffnen, dort wo die Kosten von die Materialien, Arbeitskräften und Steuern viel günstiger sind. Das ist der Fall von 730 italienischen Unternehmen, die beschlossen haben, in asiatische Länder zu ziehen, wie zum Beispiel: “CANDY”, ein Haushaltsgerätehersteller, der von “QINGDAO” für 475 Millionen Euro aufgekauft worden ist, “PLATI ELETTROFORNITURE” aus Bergamo aufgekauft vom chinesischen Konzern "SHENZHEN DEREN ELECTRONIC” und “OMAS” aus Bologna, übernommen von “XINYU HENGDELI”. Diese Machenschaften und die “Made in China Kultur” entwickelt sich in westlichen Ländern aufgrund eines größeren wirtschaftlichen Vorteils, der oftmals gleichbedeutend ist mit einer minderen Qualität. Ein weiterer negativer Aspekt dieser Globalisierung in Verbindung mit asiatischen Ländern ist die Umweltverschmutzung, die durch die Produktion und den Transport der Güter verursacht wird. Seit zwei der wichtigsten asiatischen Staaten im globalen Handel, China und Indien, sind Teil der “BRICS-Staaten” (Entwicklungslander) sind, unterliegen sie keinen größeren Beschränkungen für die CO2-Produktion im Vergleich zu Industrieländern. Jedoch haben sie die Pariser Abkommen von 2015 unterzeichnet. In den letzten Jahren haben die asiatischen Länder die wirtschaftliche und soziale Revolution erlebt, die wir durchgemacht haben und sie sind fast in der Starre, in der wir leben, aber ihre Veränderungen sind exponentiell größer als unsere, denn um konkurrenzfähig zu sein, mussten sie schneller sein. In Anbetracht dessen, dass einige von ihnen, wenn es um Fakten geht, keine echte Demokratie sind und von den Verpflichtungen des Kyoto-Protokolls ausgenommen sind, stellen sie sich als die am stärksten verschmutzenden Länder der Welt heraus. Darüber hinaus haben sie eine enorme wirtschaftliche Kraft; sie kaufen kontinuierlich Firmen auf der ganzen Welt und auch in unserem Land. Jedes Mal, wenn du einen neuen elektronischen Artikel oder neue Kleidung kaufst, solltest du immer daran denken, dass sich dahinter oft ein unterbezahlter Arbeiter befindet, höchstwahrscheinlich ein Minderjähriger. Vielleicht ist es an der Zeit, dass die asiatischen Giganten denselben Regeln und Einschränkungen unterliegen sollten, die im Westen gelten. Um die Vorherrschaft Asiens zu verhindern, sollte es Gesetze geben, die das Monopol ganzer Sektoren der Weltwirtschaft und die Ausbeutung Tausender Arbeitnehmer, ungeachtet der Menschenrechte, verbieten. Es ist Zeit, dem ein Ende zu setzen, und wir haben die Macht, dies zu tun.

Zeichnung von Martina Zoccheddu, LSP Assisi/Italy

                                                            Übersetzt von Damiano Casula, Giulia Valente, Martina Zoccheddu, LSP Assisi/Italy

The bad effects of the Asian globalization

by Damiano Casula, Rim Farisse, Giulia Valente, Martina Zoccheddu, Giulia Ferrara, LSP Assisi/Italy

In recent years the phenomenon of relocation has become more and more widespread. Companies choose to rely on foreign multinationals or to open new branches where the costs of materials, labor and taxes are much cheaper. This is the case of 730 Italian companies that have decided to relocate to Asian countries, such as: “CANDY”, an appliance company bought by QINGDAO MAIER for 475 million euros, “PLATI ELETTROFORNITURE” from Bergamo, acquired by the Chinese company “SHENZHEN DEREN ELECTRONIC” and “OMAS” from Bologna bought by “XINYU HENGDELI”. This practice and the “made in China culture” is developing in western countries for greater convenience which very often, however, is equivalent to a worse quality.

Another negative aspect of globalization related to Asian countries is certainly the pollution produced by factories and by the transport of goods. Since China and India, two of the most important Asian states in global trade, are part of the "BRICS" (developing countries), they do not have major restrictions on the CO2 production, compared to developed countries. However, they have signed the Paris agreements of 2015.  In the last few years Asiatic countries have experienced the economic and social evolution that we have went through and are near the stasis we’re living in, but their changes are exponentially bigger than ours, because to be competitive they have had to be faster. Considering that some of them when it comes to facts aren’t a real democracy and are exempt from the Kyoto Protocol obligations, they turn out to be the most polluting countries in the world. Moreover, they have an enormous economic power, they continuously buy firms around the world, and in our country too.

Every time you buy new electronic advice or new clothes, you should always remember that behind them there is often an underpaid worker, most likely a minor. Maybe the time has come for the Asian giants to be subjected to the same rules and limitations that are applied in the West. To prevent Asiatic predominance, there should be laws which forbid the monopoly of entire sectors of the global economy and the exploitation of thousands of workers regardless of human rights: it’s time to put an end to this and we have the power to do it.

Firstly, I wanted to congratulate you because the article was informative and interesting. For me, I have always been interested in politics, the problems of the world, and of course, in foreign affairs. Mostly, I can agree with the things that you wrote, but the text is a little bit incomplete. China was at the beginning of the 20 tph century one of the poorest countries in the world, but by now, this country has the second biggest economy on this planet. More people have been lifted out of deep poverty than in any country in history. Now, they have beautiful cities, well-trained engineers and world-class companies. China has one of the best education systems too. I recently finished the book by former U.S. President Barack Obama, and he wrote quite interesting things about China. He said, China will be the world leading economic power, which is not surprising, considering that they also have one of the largest armies in the world. And this is terrifying. The United States have always played an important role in the everyday life of the world, and despite quite a few horrible decisions, they have more than once prevented deadly things. On the other hand, it is worth mentioning the fact that, with the help of the United States, among other things, China has managed to emerge from the depths. As a result, concessions are still in place to this day, placing a heavy burden on both other modern states and the environment. China is obliged for diplomatic reasons to accede to treaties set up by major world organisations, but most of the time it does not fulfil its obligations. There are still many preferential start-up agreements with China today, but I think they will be cancelled in the near future. I think the world cannot afford to make concessions to a country that, to this day, massacres ethnic groups and disregards fundamental human rights.

Stay safe, I wish you a happy day from Hungary!

Bálint Klein - 27.03.2021 @ 18:25

Ich stimme eurer Meinung zu. Die Tatsache, dass die meisten Produkte, die wir in der globalisierten Welt kaufen, nur aus China kommen, hat negative Auswirkungen sowohl auf die Umwelt als auch auf die europäische Wirtschaft. Auβerdem haben die Arbeiter in Asien oft schlechte Arbeitsbedingungen und wir dürfen das nicht ausnutzen. Europa ist genug entwickelt, um die Produkte, die wir brauchen, selbst herzustellen. Wir müssten die Sachen aus China nicht importieren. Wir sollten hingegen die europäische Wirtschaft unterstützen, die in eigenem Land hergestellten Waren kaufen und dadurch umweltschädlichen Transport zu verringern.

Daniel Śliż - 12.04.2021 @ 13:33

The globalization is a phenomenon that has a lot of positive effects for example the diffusion of different cultures, but it has also bad effects, for example the phenomenon of relocation like the article says is a bad effect. I think this article is well-made and the reader can understand immediately and clearly the most important points: the Italian companies relocated in China, the pollution, and unpaid and exploited workers, I also think that it represents my opinion about this topic.

Antonio Bravi - 17.05.2021 @ 02:37

Globalization gives us the opportunity to know better other cultures.

Nia Georgieva - 01.06.2021 @ 11:52

In my opinion globalization negatively affects the cultural identity of different societies.

Sophia Lozanova - 01.06.2021 @ 11:53

Hello!

Your article is great. The most worrying subject you touched upon is child labor. I, myself, try my best to really think of the origin of goods I buy. And, what’s also crucial, buy less in general. The fact that you discussed such an issue is very important. Relocating companies, as you noticed, makes companies richer, but it is the poorest people that lose out the most. For a lower price we get worse quality products, and ethical issues. I work in the group focusing on the topic of „nature”, but we have a lot to talk about in your work. The fact how much mass production in China affects the surroundings, polluting the air, is tragic. What I also thought about whilst reading your article is polyester. How we do not give consideration to that when we buy clothes. It is in fact plastic. Its production, washing, throwing away or burning, produces such amounts of fumes and microplastics. What I didn’t know before was that the level of CO2 in China is not at all regulated. It is important to be aware of this. Also, especially now, when so many people struggle because of the pandemic, we should support small, local businesses, not Chinese giants.

Julia Suchecka - 17.06.2021 @ 23:50

Hi!

I read your article and I think that you made a good point. It is worthwhile to pay attention to pollution that is generated by factories and transport. Due to globalization, we forget about our environment and only think about many things that we can buy. Often, they are low - priced products from Asian countries. Maybe not always more is better? I also agree with the statement about “made in China culture”. When you shop, you should think about underpaid workers and children who probably made that product. While reading this article I saw in front of my eyes people for whom it is the only chance to earn a living. It is a good idea to introduce new rules and laws that should prevent exploitation of workers and draw attention to human rights. Hopefully, this topic will become popular, and it will be present in the public discussion more often. Ultimately, people should buy things from local producers and short supply chains.

Marta Kalisz - 01.09.2021 @ 16:34

I am wondering whether we can do without China's industries, manufactories, and globalization :/ China is a vast part of our economy and unfortunately people prefer cheap over fair when it is money matter...

Erika Dollinger - 23.09.2021 @ 09:51