International institutions

International institutions such as the UN, the World Bank, the IMF and the WTO, play an increasing role in global governance, in light of global challenges such as climate change and world poverty.  However, the democratic accountability of global institutions is perceived to be weak and calls to improve democratic legitimacy are on the rise.  In Europe, much power has shifted up to EU bodies with an estimated 60-70% of new legislation influenced by EU processes.

What are the implications?

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Moving forward

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Want to know more?

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Last updated at 10:53 Mon 17/Sep/07.

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