Topics in International Relations

Examines various aspects of international relations. May be repeated for credit if topics are different. Topic for Spring 2024. Section A1: Technology & Global Governance. Critiques traditional state-centric approach to global governance in which international organizations such as the United Nations and World Trade Organizations develop rules which nation-states follow. Examines alternative approach, 'experimental governance,' which involves using new technologies to link up local initiatives working to solve global problems.