World Publics Welcome Global Trade – But Not Immigration

World Publics Welcome Global Trade – But Not Immigration

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World Publics Welcome Global Trade – But Not Immigration

The article “World Publics Welcome Global Trade – But Not Immigration” notes that while many people are willing to accept the ideologies of economic globalization, which include free trade and markets, and multinational corporations, they are concerned about the disadvantages of the global economy. Such disadvantages would include inequality, environmental and cultural threats, as well as the threats that can occur because of immigration. The article adds that while western nations disapprove of economic globalization, emerging countries embrace it. The authors surveyed 45,000 people in 47 countries. The article notes that most people support capitalism and free markets. It also notes the differences in people’s perceptions concerning the role of religion in morality. People in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East believe that religion is important in enhancing moral values. However, the majority of people in Europe believe that people do not have to be religious for them to be moral.

The article offers interesting perspective on globalization. I thought that people supported the idea of a global economy. Therefore, it is surprising to learn that the developed countries do not support such an idea. This is despite the fact that many multinational companies began in such countries. It is interesting to note that the people who support a global economy are in countries where most jobs are usually outsourced. This article highlights people’s sentiments towards such moves. Many businesses have set up in India and China because they can find cheap labor. This has increased employment opportunities in those countries. However, it has denied people in areas where the company originate from a chance to find work in such companies. Another interesting fact highlighted in the article concerns fears of immigration among people in Asian countries. This is interesting because people in such countries migrate to other countries and they have benefited from it. However, I think that people who support the idea of immigration controls are concerned about finding employment.