Working Paper No. 38 - Towards a different kind of globalization, or how the anti-globalists view the world

Not everyone is in agreement that globalization brings benefits, and that is why considering the anti-globalist point of view is important. The anti-globalists want democracy, openness, and transparency in decision making that would eventually lead to a more sustainable and long-term development, especially attacking trade-related issues and the WTO. However, these are universal values shared by anti-globalists and international organizations alike, and it’s essential to uphold these values for the interests of all. Therefore, anti-globalists have helped to some extent strengthen these values through their criticisms. For example, there have been bans on CFCs, reduced trade in forest timber, increased support for cleaner energy technologies, debt relief for poorest countries is considered, and companies are more socially responsible. The paper provides an overall insight into the view points of the anti-globalists and what their stand is on globalization.