POL 140 Lecture : International Organizations in International Relations
12 Dec 2013
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Definition: any institution with formal procedures and formal membership from three or more states. Un, wto, imf, world bank, nato, asean, eu. Currently vary in power and centralization: un is very centralized and structured, where other organizations aren"t as structured. Under what conditions will states create international institutions: realists. Only where relative position vis- -vis other states isn"t adversely affected: liberals. For mutual gains (rationally calculated by states: constructivist. Institutions arise as a reflection of the identities an interests of states and groups which are themselves forged through interaction. What impact do institutions have on international relations: realists. Facilitate the coordination of policies and actions but only in so far as this doesn"t alter the balance of power among states: liberals. Expand the possible gains to be made from cooperation: constructivist. Reinforce particular patterns of interaction and reflect new ones.
