Is globalisation leading to a homogenised global culture?
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As global connections continue to develop in the twenty-first century under the conditions of globalisation, periphery and semi-periphery nations try to adapt to the norms of core countries with the aim of developing a similar global influence as developed nations. Throughout history, people of different cultures have migrated to countries with cultures different from theirs. As people move from location to location, they bring along their traditions and cultural norms, which influences others to assimilate various aspects of the foreign culture and integrate it into their own. This process is known as cultural diffusion. The spreading of culture can be classified into two categories, forced integration of culture – known as cultural imperialism – and naturally occurring homogenisation. Cultural imperialism is usually due to the colonization or occupation of a country by a foreign power with more global influence.
As the world becomes increasingly globalized, periphery and semi-peri...
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