Includes bibliographical references

Unit I. The concept of globalization -- Chapter 1. Globalization unveiled: exploring the phenomenon shaping our contemporary world -- Unit II. The structure of globalization -- Chapter 2. Navigating the global economy: challenges and opportunities in a connected world -- Chapter 3. The global interstate system: forgiving pathways to global governance -- Unit III. A world of region -- Chapter 4. Global divides : bridging the gap between the global north and south -- Chapter 5. Unraveling asian regionalism: building bridges in the pursuit of integration -- Unit IV. World of ideas -- Chapter 6. Globalization media culture : intersections, impacts, and future direction -- Chapter 7. Globalization of religion : exploring the interplay of faith in a globalized world -- Unit V. Global population and mobility -- Chapter 8. Global city dynamics: intersecting cultures and economic forces in urban landscapes -- Chapter 9. Global demography: exploring the changing dynamics of population in a globalized world -- Chapter 10. Global migration: understanding challenges and opportunities of human mobility -- Unit VI. Towards a sustainable world -- Chapter 11. Sustainability and global food security: nurturing a sustainable future for humanity -- Chapter 12. Global citizenship: embracing our shared responsibilities in a connected world.