CONTEMPORAR

Y GLOBAL
GOVERNANCE
Global Governance
broadly defined, seeks to deliver global public goods,
including peace and security, justice and dispute resolution
mechanisms, functioning markets, and consistent standards
for trade and industry (Global Challenges Foundation, 2021).
Furthermore, Weiss and Thakur (2014) defined global
governance as collective efforts to identify, comprehend, and
address global challenges that exceed the problem-solving
capacities of nations.
 Introduction
Global governance has undergone significant evolution, shaped by shifts in
international, political, and economic relations. The ascendancy of capitalist
mindsets has elevated capital and market mechanisms above state authority,
resulting in governance gaps. This has allowed private and civil society entities to
assume authoritative roles previously reserved for the state. The definition and
effectiveness of global governance are subjects of debate among scholars, with
some deeming it ineffective and others emphasizing its adaptability through
evolving strategies and tools. The article refrains from passing judgment and instead
analyzes the current state of global governance, addressing its challenges and
contemplating its future.
The concept of global governance, as discussed in the article, serves as a
mechanism to tackle the complexities arising from neo-liberal globalization. It
involves the interaction of diverse entities, representing various cultural and
professional backgrounds, forming networks to address threats to both local and
global populations. Global governance arises in response to challenges that
surpass the capacity of a single state to address. Issues such as humanitarian
crises, military conflicts, climate change, and economic volatility demand a
diverse range of actors and expertise to frame threats, develop policy, implement
solutions, and evaluate results effectively.
The significance of global governance is underscored by
Germany's position in the globalized world, particularly in terms
of international trade. Germany's economic well-being is
intricately tied to global trade and investment. With a high level
of global integration, the country emphasizes the importance of
open, rule-based markets, and fair competition. The
interdependence of the German economy on international trade
is evident in its trade to GDP ratio, reaching 87 percent in 2017.
Recognizing the opportunities and risks of globalization, the
article emphasizes the critical role of global governance in
managing issues like cyber threats, climate change, diseases,
and geopolitical conflicts. Germany is positioned as a key
player in shaping and participating in global governance to
ensure the success of its economy in a rapidly changing world.
Role of the State Amidst Globalization
The role of the nation-state in globalization is intricate, given the diverse definitions and
evolving concepts of globalization. Commonly perceived as the diminishing or complete
removal of economic, social, and cultural boundaries between nation-states, globalization
prompts debates about the diminishing significance of nation-states inherently divided by
physical and economic borders. Despite concerns about reduced obstacles to international
trade and communication, such trends have persisted throughout history. The advent of air
and sea transportation did not negate nations' sovereignty but instead facilitated same-day
travel across continents and significantly enhanced global trade. Consequently, globalization
has redefined the dynamics of how nation-states engage with each other, particularly within
the realm of international business.
Globalization, according to Held et al. (1999), reshapes the world through the
reconfiguration of social ties and transactions, fostering transcontinental
flows and networks. The debate over its impact on the state ranges from
hyperglobalists arguing for the obsolescence of the state to skeptics like
Brown & Ainley (2009) dismissing it as 'globaloney.' The prevailing view
acknowledges that globalization has indeed transformed the state's role,
moving away from the traditional Westphalian Model of complete
sovereignty. This shift encompasses changes in politics, socialism,
technology, and economics. Notably, the political role of the state undergoes
transformation due to increased interdependence, leading to a loss of
sovereignty through 'pooling' and a redefined power dynamic emphasizing
economic over political growth. This shift prompts states to concurrently
experience political progression and regression, fostering a more
developmental approach.
In the contemporary landscape, various functions traditionally
undertaken by the government, such as taxation, security, and policy
formulation, have been outsourced to private businesses. However, the
government continues to play a pivotal role in providing essential
services like healthcare and education. Aristotle's perspective
emphasizes that the state exists not only to make life possible but also
to make it pleasant, asserting a moral responsibility to enhance
citizens' well-being. The state operates both as a regulator, establishing
norms and safeguarding rights, and as a facilitator, creating an
environment for economic progress and social stability. In the context
of globalization, the state is crucial in maintaining a level playing field
and fostering an enabling environment for private enterprise,
individual creativity, and social action.
As the state's operational role diminishes, a
partnership with the private sector is
envisioned, where the private sector leads in
development, and the government facilitates
an environment for its growth. The
government's success is contingent on
effectively balancing its roles as a regulator,
facilitator, and enabler to ensure improved
governance and the delivery of basic
services such as health, education, and
social safety nets.
 The New Role of the State
As a result of these various responsibilities, the state has been tasked with providing a wide range of services
such as health care, education, and social assistance, but this does not immediately imply that the state should
fulfill all of these responsibilities. According to Hart (2010), to the extent that individuals cannot take care of their
safety, the state should step in to provide:
✓ the necessary legal framework,
✓ mediate trade disputes between supranational institutions,
✓ ensure environmental safety and economic stability,
✓ operate public transportation,
✓ provide social services, and
✓ create a framework for citizens to assume personal responsibility for their own lives.
It is possible to describe the role of government in terms of what its
constituents chose to give the institution. With a democratic political
system in place, the current state's role should be:

✓ to ensure a high quality of life for all citizens through protecting human
rights, adherence to the law, and
✓ minimal intrusion in social and economic affairs.

Governments in the twenty-first century will have to deal with a variety of

issues, such as population decline and aging in Western Europe and the
impact of HIV/AIDS on the demographics of countries in Sub-Saharan
Africa. Successful implementation of a country's development strategy is
increasingly dependent on the role of the state's economic power (Stiglitz,
1998). Partnerships between public and private economic sectors have
debunked the belief that government participation in the economy is
useless and ineffectual. Government and the private sector can work
together to promote financial system competition and safety and
soundness by exploiting the distinct strengths of each sector (Stiglitz,
1998). According to the World Bank, the government must mandate,
facilitate, partner, and endorse to build an enabling environment for social
responsibility in the private sector.
Public Sector Roles in Corporate
Social Responsibility
 Challenges of Global Governance in the 21st
Century
The current global challenges surpass the capacity of our existing institutional framework,
primarily designed around nation-states to address modernity's issues. Despite centuries of
relying on nation-states for resolving problems, the international structure now struggles to
effectively tackle these intricate and interconnected global challenges. The solution does not
lie in creating entirely new international organizations to replace the nation-state; instead, the
foundation of political legitimacy for global governance and institutional reform rests with
the nation-state and its leaders. As emerging global governance actors increasingly engage in
addressing interconnected challenges, they supplement or clash with established regimes that
were initially designed to handle specific international problems in isolation. The concept of
"gridlock," as described by Hale, Held, and Young (2013), emerges when established
international institutions fail to provide a coordinated response to contemporary agenda
concerns. Analyzing sovereignty, power dynamics, and issues of equality becomes crucial in
understanding how new developments in international relations impact collaborative
approaches to essential global concerns.
Global governance actors, centered on human rights and security,
grapple with sovereignty challenges in practical international
applications. Atrocities persist in conflicts globally, hindered by
bureaucratic approval processes for intervention. Notably, the
Security Council's veto power in the Syria crisis exemplifies
limitations. A "limited" security approach focuses on intervention,
sidelining broader development challenges. The diverse funding
landscape complicates establishing a standardized framework. Amid
evolving global characteristics, governance players face new
concerns, demanding a reevaluation of previous policy instruments
in today's dynamic landscape
 Roles and functions of United Nations (UN) in Global
Governance
To capitalize on its unique advantages, the United Nations (UN) must consolidate its position
in global governance, given its historical role in shaping human progress and global
development goals. The UN's intellectual contributions, originating from conferences since
1970 and more recent summits, have been instrumental in framing ideas on human rights,
social and economic growth, and environmental sustainability. Despite these strengths, the
UN faces weaknesses such as inadequate accountability systems and challenges in
monitoring international commitments. Recommendations to strengthen the UN's central role
in global governance involve achieving a comprehensive development agenda, but this
requires a delicate balance between representativeness and effectiveness. While the UN's
one-country-one-vote principle enhances legitimacy, it also hinders operational policy-
making and coordinated implementation due to diverse Member States' interests, conflicting
incentives, values, and conventions.
The United Nations Commission of Experts proposed the establishment of a
Global Economic Coordination Council, akin to the General Assembly and the
Security Council, to enhance the United Nations' response to global economic
governance issues. This new body aims to promote development, coherence in
policy goals among international organizations, and consensus building among
governments. The suggestion also includes an organization similar to the
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, focusing on economic and social
issues. Despite ongoing reforms in the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC),
it has struggled to effectively coordinate global economic and social
policymaking. ECOSOC's limited powers, uncertain connection with the General
Assembly, and lack of involvement in organizing the post-2015 development
agenda have led to calls for a reinvigorated role, highlighting the need for
comprehensive discussions on the world's financial and economic system within
the United Nations.
 Functions of a
government

Protect the rights Defend against enemies

Managing economic Distribution of income

A Picture is Worth
a Thousand Words
 Types of government

Parliamentary Presidential republic One-party republic

Republic

Parliamentary Absolute monarchy Dictatorship

monarchy
 Some Class exercises
Match the concepts

Parliamentary Republic Form of government based on the principle of popular

sovereignty, which has no exceptions

Parliamentary Monarchy The head of state is elected directly by the voters, and
not by the members of congress

Dictatorship There is a king or queen who acts as Head of State, but

his power is very limited

Presidential Republic A person has total control over in the region, holds this
power through the use of violence
 Some Class exercises
Answers

Parliamentary Republic Form of government based on the principle of popular

sovereignty, which has no exceptions

Parliamentary Monarchy The head of state is elected directly by the voters, and
not by the members of congress

Dictatorship There is a king or queen who acts as Head of State, but

his power is very limited

Presidential Republic A person has total control over in the region, holds this
power through the use of violence
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tool
Concept Definition Concept Definition

The freedom to live as you wish or go A person who is a member of a

Liberty Citizen particular country
where you want

To express your choice or opinion, Human The basic rights that it is generally
voting especially by officially writing a mark
rights considered all people should have
on a paper

Money paid to the government that is The activities of the government,

Taxes based on your income or the cost of politics members of law-making organizations
goods
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