MULTILATERALISM

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Multilateralism

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About Multilateralism

• Multilateralism is a diplomatic approach in
  international relations where multiple countries
  collaborate to address common challenges or
  achieve shared objectives.
• It involves the participation of three or more
  countries and often includes engagement from
  other actors, such as civil society or the
  private sector.
•  Multilateralism is built on foundational
  principles like consultation, inclusivity, and
  solidarity.

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Key multilateral organizations that play a
significant role

• United Nations (UN) Established in October 1945,
  the UN comprises 193 member states and is
  dedicated to addressing a wide range of global
  problems.
• World Health Organization (WHO) Founded in April
  1948, WHO operates on the premise that health is
  a fundamental human right.
• Organization for Economic Cooperation and
  Development (OECD) Established in 1961, OECD
  succeeds the Organisation for European Economic
  Co-operation and is a global organization
  dedicated to shaping policies that promote
  prosperity, equal opportunities, and overall
  well-being for all.

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 key reasons why multilateralism is crucial

• Global Challenges Contemporary global issues
  like climate change, poverty, inequality, and
  migration transcend borders, demanding
  coordinated global solutions.
• Climate Change and MigrationClimate change is
  expected to drive migration in regions like Latin
  America, sub-Saharan Africa, and Southeast Asia,
  requiring multilateral efforts for effective
  management.
• Emerging Threats Rising threats, including
  natural disasters, terrorism, cyber warfare, and
  health pandemics, necessitate multilateral
  collaboration for preparedness and response.
• Poverty and Inequality Poverty and inequality
  persist in both low-income and middle-income
  nations, calling for collective global action.
• Social Inclusion In regions like South Asia, a
  substantial population faces poverty and social
  exclusion, which can be addressed through
  multilateral initiatives.
• Maintaining Peace and Prosperity
  Multilateralism, epitomized by organizations like
  the United Nations, plays a vital role in
  upholding global peace and prosperity post-World
  War II.
• Financial Stability Multilateral cooperation,
  exemplified by institutions like the IMF, is
  crucial in addressing global financial crises and
  ensuring international financial stability.

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Challenges for Multilateralism

• Waning Support Declining global backing for
  multilateralism hampers its effectiveness.
• Growing Chauvinism Rising nationalism undermines
  international cooperation.
• Protectionism Trade barriers disrupt global
  trade and economic collaboration.
• Impact on Developing Countries The challenges
  disproportionately affect vulnerable populations
  in developing nations.
• Decreased Funding Mistrust in multilateralism
  may lead to reduced funding for critical
  organizations, limiting their effectiveness.

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