Global Governance

global governance

the collective decisionmaking and management of issues that affect people across the world

norms

the shared rules and expectations that guide people's behaviour

What is the purpose of international laws in global governance?

• formal rules that must be adhered to and are legally binding

• setting out specific rules to govern issues (e.g., human rights, global trade)

institutions

formal organisations that are established to facilitate discussion, cooperation, and decisionmaking between different nations

What is an example of an international law related to global governance?

the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), which sets out specific rights, rules and responsibilities for countries in their use of the oceans and seas

What are three examples of institutions in global governance?

• the United Nations (UN)

• the World Bank

• the World Trade Organisation (WTO)

What is the role of institutions in global governance?

• create laws

• monitor whether or not laws are being followed

• enforce laws if they are broken

How do norms contribute to global governance?

promoting cooperation between nations and other key stakeholders to maintain global systems

sovereignty

the authority of a state to govern itself, make its own laws and decisions, and control its borders

What are Intergovernmental Organisations (IGOs)?

international institutions set up by two or more sovereign states to collaborate in tackling a particular issue

What is the main purpose of the United Nations (UN)?

• promote international cooperation

• maintain global peace and security

What is the UNDP?

the United Nations Development Programme, which operates in over 170 countries and aims to eradicate poverty and reduce inequalities

What are the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

17 goals that promote sustainable development, aim to tackle climate change, and reduce inequalities

What is the role of the World Trade Organisation (WTO)?

promotes free trade and arranges Special and Differential Trade (SDT) Agreements to achieve economic growth and development

What is a criticism of the representation in many Intergovernmental Organisations (IGOs)?

• not representative of every country

• reflect the interests of HDE (Highly Developed Economies) countries

Why are Intergovernmental Organisations (IGOs) sometimes considered weak?

• they are voluntary

• not every country participates

• some countries choose not to follow the rules