With the current globalization trend, boundaries between different countries have been becoming blurred due to mutual media consumption. While this phenomenon can bring some potential drawbacks to cultural identity, I think that its benefits prevail over its disadvantages.
Opponents of the globalization trend argue that using the same entertainment, news, and online content can lead to the loss of national identity. Simply put, younger generations often favor foreign trends in fashion, cuisine, and brands, perceiving them as novel and appealing, while neglecting their own cultural heritage. For example, with the increasing development of Korean entertainment and cosmetic industries, Vietnamese girls tend to be obsessed with beauty standards and squander money on surgery to chase after Korean trends. In extreme cases, it could result in young people degrading their own cultural identities.
While acknowledging these negative effects, I still belive that exposure to global trends such as fashion, advertisements, and daily practices can yield significant advantages for individuals and societies alike. It facilitates easier access to educational resources and allows people to gain insights into diverse cultures worldwide. Moreover, globalization enables developed nations to share their expertise and resources with less developed countries, thereby narrowing socioeconomic disparities and enhancing overall living standards. When people use the same media platform like YouTube, for instance, they can easily access numerous online lectures shared worldwide by competent professors, regardless of the distance and financial barriers.
In conclusion, despite the potential concerns about the globalization trend in media consumption in terms of regional identities, using the same entertainment and news platforms can be conducive to individuals’ growth and overall social development. Hence, a balanced approach that celebrates both shared global experiences and unique local identities may be the best path forward.
