The New Dynamics of Multilateralism: Diplomacy, International Organizations, and Global Governance

This timely new book focuses on the various dynamics of contemporary multilateralism as it relates to global issues, global governance, and global institutions. Invited authorities, including academics, business people, and members of international groups, contribute original essays on how multilateralism as an institution has been affected by globalization, the rise of civil society and global business, emerging economic and political conditions, and new threats to peace and security in the world. Emphasizing practical applications over theoretical foundations,The New Dynamics of Multilateralismhelps students understand how the practice of multilateral diplomacy has been influenced by the changes in the processes and procedures of international organizations and the role of multilateralism in the transformation of the international system of governance and the transition to an emerging new global order.

James P. Muldoon, Jr., is senior fellow with the Center for Global Change and Governance of Rutgers University–Newark. He is author of The Architecture of Global Governance: An Introduction to the Study of International Organizations (Westview Press) and coeditor of Multilateral Diplomacy and the United Nations Today (Westview Press).      JoAnn Fagot Aviel is professor and chair of the International Relations Department at San Francisco State University where she also serves as the faculty advisor of the Model United Nations program.   Richard Reitano is professor of government at Dutchess Community College and adjunct professor of political science at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York.   Earl Sullivan is provost and professor of political science at American University in Cairo and the founding adviser of the Cairo International Model United Nations and the Cairo International Model Arab League.