Thoroughly updated, this new edition of the award-winning "International Organizations" reflects the wealth of developments in the world arena since the first edition appeared in 2004. Professors Karns and Mingst trace the evolving roles of the full range of IGOs, NGOs, state and nonstate actors, norms, rules, and other pieces of global governance. In addition, four issue-based chapters - on peace and security, development, human rights, and the environment - present current case studies and examine the elements of global and regional governance that are involved. New case studies include the conflict in the DRC, the current global economic crisis, and efforts to combat human trafficking and other slave-like practices. Throughout, the authors highlight questions of the legitimacy, accountability, and effectiveness of global governance. This is a comprehensive, in-depth examination of the full range of international organizations.
1 The Challenges of Global Governance 3
2 The Theoretical Foundations of Global Governance 35
3 Foundations of the Pieces of Global Governance 63
4 The United Nations: Centerpiece of Global Governance 95
5 Regional Organizations 145
6 Nonstate Actors: NGOs, Networks, and Social Movements 219
7 The Role of States in Global Governance 255
8 The Search for Peace and Security 289
9 Promoting Human Development and Economic Well-Being 387
10 Protecting Human Rights 447
11 Protecting the Environment 497
12 Innovations in Global Governance for the Twenty-First Century 537
List of Acronyms 555
References 563
Index