THE CONTEMPORARY WORLD

CONTEMPORARY
GLOBAL GOVERNANCE
GLOBAL GOVERNANCE
> makes world affairs systematic, secured and formulaic.
> totality of norms, policies and bodies that define, comprise,
and facilitate transnational relations between citizens, states,
cultures, IGOs, NGOs.
> it is rule-based but no central authority
*There are systems for international relationships that bind the
states, people and society.
**Defines the political scope of globalization.
The UNITED NATIONS (UN)
• Among the many established global systems, is the UNITED NATIONS
• It is composed of six (6) organs:
> The GENERAL ASSEMBLY - the only organ where all member-
nations have equal representation in discussion,
consideration and policy-making.
> The SECURITY COUNCIL - committed to preserve peace and
security.
> The ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL COUNCIL - main organ for
cooperation, policy review and dialogue, and advice on social, economic
and environmental issues.
 > The TRUSTEESHIP COUNCIL - tasked to administer
international oversight for 11 trust territories making sure that
adequate procedures are taken for independence and self-
government.
> The INTERNATIONAL COURT OF JUSTICE - prime judicial
organ of the UN.
> The SECRETARIAT - tasked to execute the daily activities as
assigned by the other 5 organs.
• The UNITED NATIONS was established after WWII.
CENTRAL MISSION >> maintain international peace and
security and protect human rights. It also carries functions
of delivering humanitarian aid, promoting sustainable
development, and upholding international law
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>settles legal disputes referred to it by member-
states
Challenges confronting UN based on knowledge, norms,
policy, and compliance:
1. In terms of knowledge - UN is underappreciated regarding its
capacity to utilize its mobilizing power and convening capacity.

2. Contrasting moral and social behavior in different member-

states complicate the formulation of a normative standard that
could be applicable to all.

3. Problems occur when only member-states are “heard” in

formulating propositions.
4. Institutions can also be places where ideas are concerned and
left behind. The modality and processes for enforcing compliance
with international norms and laws are not present. Some UN
members violate, cheat and challenge them.

**Despite the establishment of global norms and international laws

that nation-states should follow, the nation-states are still relevant
because without nation-states, there will be no IGOs. Thus, the
nation-states remain to be active agents of local and transnational
realms of concern.