What governments want from international institutions and how they get it
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National governments want international economic organizations such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Trade Organization (WTO) to support their policies, share the blame for unpopular measures, increase their access to markets and resources, and provide cost-effective service. They achieve these goals by being single-minded, building coalitions, adopting the most moderate position that satisfies their aims and taking advantage of organizational characteristics. A study of the UK shows that it usually gets what it wants from the IMF and the WTO, but not from the European Union.
Publication Name: Government and Opposition
Subject: Government
ISSN: 0017-257X
Year: 1997
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The G7 summit and the reform of global institutions
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The process of globalization due to change in technology is responsible for the enhancement of the economic interdependence. The main objective of the Halifax Group of 7 (G7) Summit was discussion on the globalization process. The activities of the international financial institutions and the United Nations are discussed by the G7 heads of government. The leaders want to work within the international institutions. A lot of work is required among the institutions. The G7 summit is important for the heads of government for their entrance in the global institutions.
Publication Name: Government and Opposition
Subject: Government
ISSN: 0017-257X
Year: 1995
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Why did Seattle fail? Globalization and the politics of trade
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The ministerial meeting of the World Trade Organization (WTO) held late in 1999 in Seattle, WA, was suspended with nothing agreed because representatives from wealthy and developing countries attending had widely differing agendas. To remain relevant in the future, the WTO will need to consider labor standards and environmental issues.
Publication Name: Government and Opposition
Subject: Government
ISSN: 0017-257X
Year: 2000
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