global governance
Definition
Global governance encompasses the various cooperative and regulatory mechanisms, policies, and institutions that help manage and solve worldwide issues. It involves international actors such as states, international organizations, and civil society working together to address global challenges like climate change, poverty, and peacekeeping.
Analogy
Imagine global governance as a symphony orchestra where each musician (country or organization) plays a different instrument. While they each have unique parts, they must follow the conductor's (international laws and agreements) lead to create harmonious music (solve global problems). Without coordination, the performance would be chaotic instead of melodic.
Related terms
International Law: A set of rules generally accepted as binding in relations between states and nations to regulate their conduct and facilitate international cooperation.
United Nations (UN): An international organization founded in 1945 to promote peace, security, and cooperation among countries worldwide.
Non: Governmental Organizations (NGOs) - Independent organizations that operate globally or locally to address social, political, environmental, or economic issues without direct government control
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