Examples of global governance

Evolving concept

Global governance is not a static concept. It evolves as new global challenges emerge and as new actors become involved in the international system. This evolution is necessary to ensure that the global governance framework remains relevant and effective in addressing the world’s most urgent issues.

Below, we have listed and briefly described some of the main examples of global governance today.

Examples of global governance

• The United Nations (UN) system: Comprises a range of specialised agencies, programmes, and funds that work on issues such as health, education, climate change, and peace and security.

• The World Trade Organisation (WTO): Sets rules for international trade and resolves disputes between member countries.

• The International Monetary Fund (IMF): Provides financial assistance to countries facing economic crises and promotes international monetary co-operation.

• The Paris Agreement on climate change: Establishes a framework for countries to work together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the impacts of climate change.

• The Universal Declaration of Human Rights: Sets out fundamental human rights that are recognised and protected by countries around the world.

• International courts such as the International Court of Justice that aims to peacefully resolve legal disputes between states and the International Criminal Court that holds individuals accountable for war crimes and crimes against humanity.

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