Why is 'deglobalization' becoming a talking point in economics?

Countries used to act like best friends sharing toys all day long, but now they are starting to put their favorites back in their own backpacks. This shift is called deglobalization, and it means nations are choosing to make more things themselves instead of buying them from far away.

Imagine you love playing with a specific red ball made by your neighbor across the street. One day, a big storm blows through, and the road gets blocked. Your neighbor can’t deliver the ball, so you have to play without it or find a new toy nearby. That is what happens when supply chain disruptions happen. Wars, pandemics, or bad weather break the links between countries, making people realize that relying too much on others is risky.

Now, think about your lunchbox. Instead of buying sandwiches from a shop three towns over, you start packing one made by your mom because it is safer and fresher. Countries are doing the same thing. They want to trade with their close neighbors or make things right at home so they do not have to wait for ships crossing oceans to bring their stuff. This isn’t about hating other countries; it is just being smart and ready for surprises.

So, deglobalization is just countries deciding that having enough toys close by is better than having all the toys in the world if it means you might miss out on them. It makes life more predictable for everyone.