Lesson 4 Flashcards
refers to the systems, rules, institutions and processes that aim to manage
and coordinate the collective actions of state, organizations and other actors on a global scale
Global Governance
Global governance relies heavily on cooperation among multiple countries through international
organizations, treaties and agreement.
Examples: Climate change, International security and economic stability.
Multilateral cooperation.
Play a central role in global governance. They provide forums for negotiation, establish norms
and standards and help implement global policies.
Examples: UN, WTO, IMF, WHO
International Institutions.
Global governance involves not only states but also ___?___, such as multinational
corporations, NGOs, civil society groups and international advocacy networks.
Non-State Actors.
Global Governance seeks to manage ___?___, such as clean air, financial stability and
global health which benefit all countries but require collective action to be maintained or improved.
. Global Public Goods
Global governance is based on a set of ___?___ and principles that guide the behavior of
states and other actors in the international system.
Examples: Paris Agreement on climate change and Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
. Norms and Rules
in Global governance, there is an emphasis on ___?___ among nations and other
global actors. This means that all parties have a role to play in addressing global challenges
Shared Responsibility
Implementing global governance is complex due to the diverse interests and priorities of
different countries and actors.
Examples: issues such as national sovereignty, power imbalances and differing levels of economic
development can hinder effective global governance.
Challenges of Implementation.
The Paris Agreement is a prime example of global governance where countries around the world
agreed to limit global warming and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Climate change.
WHO coordinates international efforts to combat pandemics and improve ___?___
standards.
Global health.
UN security council works to maintain international peace and security by addressing conflicts
and threats to global stability.
International Security.
The WTO and IMF help manage global trade relations and financial stability.
Trade and Finance.
- The most prominent International Organization in the contemporary world
United nation
The name “United Nations”, coined by United States President ___?___ was first
used in the Declaration by United Nations of 1 January 1942, during Second World War
Franklin D. Roosevelt
UN consisted of ? countries (US not included)
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old name of United Nations
League of Nations
the ‘town meeting’ of the world.
It is the central deliberative and the only organ where all member states have equal representation in
discussion and consideration, and policy – making.
The General Assembly
maintains world peace (most powerful branch) and security
. UN Security Council
works with the UN’s economic, cultural, health and educational
activities
Economic and Social Council
It is the organ tasked to administer international oversight for 11 trust territories and to make sure that
adequate procedures are taken for independence and self- government.
. Trusteeship Council
UN’s prime judicial organ
ICJ-International Court of Justice
administrative duties and can bring any topic before the SC.
-tasked to execute the daily activities as assigned by the five organs
. The Secretariat
Types of Sanctions
- Diplomatic Sanctions
- Economic Sanctions
- Military Sanctions
removal of all political ties (like embassies)
Diplomatic Sanctions
– ban on all trade with a country (except food)
Economic Sanctions
– using a military to force compliance.
Military Sanctions
a group of armed soldiers sent to a hostile area to promote peace. They ARE
NOT COMBAT TROOPS.
UN Peacekeepers
an army made up of soldiers from more than one UN country that can serve
as combat troops.
UN Military Force
They always wear blue berets or blue helmets to identify themselves.
UN PEACEKEEPERS
the UN supervised the independence of this country
East Timor (Asia)
– UN tried to cut all trade with ___?___ after it failed to comply with
international law, but some nations continued to trade with them.
Iraq (Middle East)
– UN humanitarian mission to get food and supplies to people in need
Somalia (Africa)
UN helped strengthen government, army, and hold elections
Haiti (Caribbean)
The state remains crucial in ___?___. National government are still the
primary actors in creating and enforcing laws within their territories
Regulation and Governance.
The state remains essential in controlling key aspects of its economy. Despite global market
integration, national governments retain authority over economic policies such as taxation,
monetary policy and fiscal spending.
. Economic management
Government are responsible for ensuring access to essential services like healthcare, education
and social security, which are vital for the well-being of their citizens.
. Social welfare and Public Services
as Global influences spread, states work to maintain and promote their unique cultures,
languages and traditions through policies and education.
National Identity and Cultural Preservation
states are primary responsible for ensuring national security through their armed forces, law
enforcement and intelligence services.
. Security and Sovereignty.
states engage in bilateral and multilateral diplomacy to manage their relations with other
countries, negotiate treaties and address global issues.
. Diplomacy and International relations.
State play a critical role by implementing national policies and participating in international
efforts.
Adaptation to Global Challenges.
States are essential in adapting to global challenges, such as climate change and pandemics, by
implementing national policies and participating in international efforts.
Challenges to State Authority.
