Editorial

EDITORIAL

Rethinking Global: The Need for a More Inclusive and Sustainable World Order.

The world is at a critical juncture. The challenges of the 21st century, from climate change to pandemics, economic inequality to social injustices, require a more effective and inclusive global response. However, the current global response is no longer fit for purpose. Dominated by just a few powerful nations and international institutions, it is often criticized for being undemocratic, unaccountable, and ineffective in addressing the needs of marginalized communities.

The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the weaknesses of the global health governance system, highlighting the need for more robust international cooperation and coordination. The ongoing climate crisis has underscored the need for a more sustainable and equitable global economic order. The current system prioritizes economic growth over environmental protection and social justice, which is unsustainable and unjust.

The current state of the global governance system is characterized by a complex web of international treaties and agreements, making these institutional arrangements often criticized for being undemocratic and unaccountable.

There is a growing recognition of the need to reform the global governance system to make it more democratic, accountable, and effective.

This requires fundamental transformation of the system, prioritizing the needs of people and the planet over the interests of corporations and wealthy elites.

On key area of reform is the democratization of international institutions. This could involve increasing the representation and participation of developing countries and marginalized communities in decision making processes. Another key area of reform is the  promotion of sustainable development. This requires a fundamental transformation of the global economic system, prioritizing environmental prioritizing environmental protection and social justice over economic growth. 

As students of international relations, we have a critical role to play in shaping the future of global governance. We must demand better solutions for the environment, advocate for a sustainable world order, and ensure the inclusion of marginalized voices , people and planets over the interests of powerful nations and corporations. By working together and engaging in critical thinking and debate regarding the deconstructing decades of Western led ideologies and critically rethinking our systems, we can leap towards a more just and equitable world for all.

This editorial explores the transformation of power, the role of actors across the global stage, and the quest for a sustainable future.

RUTHIE 
Editor-in-Chief  
BSNA

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