A nation-state is a “community of persons, more ore less numerous, permanently occupying a definite portion of territory, independent of external control and possessing an organized form of government to which the great body of inhabitants render habitual obedience.” In this kind of nation-state, based from the class lecture, the people share the common language, history, religion and even tradition under one territory. However, even if they have the same beliefs, sometimes, they also have conflicts for the reason that some of them are not sensitive towards the feelings or concerns of the others. But, regardless of their similarities and differences, they are bound to create or develop a deep comradeship because they live and abide by the rules of the government. Because the government has an autonomous sovereignty, the people are obliged to express great solidarity to protect and make their territory a better place to live in. Like what our professor said in his master lecture, “A government can exist without a state but a state cannot exist without a government.”
Learning about this, I think that the different nation-states around the world would have a better future because globalization opens many opportunities for them to learn about, explore around and develop awareness of the things that are happening at present. Without globalization, for example, each one of them would not have offered their help and support when the others need some support when calamities such as typhoons and earthquakes hit them. In my opinion, globalization plays an important role in reuniting each nation-state as it enables them to forget their differences, even for a while, most especially in times like this. Furthermore, this kind of gesture can make each one of them build a sense of belongingness which for me is good because nobody in this world should be left behind or forgotten. Hence, I can conclude that globalization is also a key in closing the gap between the nation-states’ differences, which makes them understand and accept each other and maybe, even create stronger relationships. In relation, like what this famous Michael Jackson song says, let us “Heal the world, make it a better place for you and for me and the entire human race…”
Learning about this, I think that the different nation-states around the world would have a better future because globalization opens many opportunities for them to learn about, explore around and develop awareness of the things that are happening at present. Without globalization, for example, each one of them would not have offered their help and support when the others need some support when calamities such as typhoons and earthquakes hit them. In my opinion, globalization plays an important role in reuniting each nation-state as it enables them to forget their differences, even for a while, most especially in times like this. Furthermore, this kind of gesture can make each one of them build a sense of belongingness which for me is good because nobody in this world should be left behind or forgotten. Hence, I can conclude that globalization is also a key in closing the gap between the nation-states’ differences, which makes them understand and accept each other and maybe, even create stronger relationships. In relation, like what this famous Michael Jackson song says, let us “Heal the world, make it a better place for you and for me and the entire human race…”
Before I end this blog, let me ask you, do we have to wait for another typhoon or earthquake to become united again? Think about it.
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