What is Political Globalisation?

‘Until the end of the Second World War, national governments were traditionally responsible for ensuring the welfare of their citizens, however since 1945, more and more governments have become members of International Institutions, such as the United Nations and the European Union, through which they agree to stick to International guidelines on issues such as citizenship and human rights. In this way, global political ideals restrict the freedom of governments to shape domestic social policy. ‘

Anthony Giddens (2009) notes the following features of Political Globalisation

The collapse of Communism in the 1990s meant the end of the divided ‘cold war’ world, and now these ex-communist countries are themselves democracies and integrated into the global economy.

The growth of international and regional mechanisms of government such as the United Nations and European Union – governments of Nation States are increasingly restricted by international directives and laws stemming from these international bodies.

International Non-Governmental organisations such as OXFAM or Greenpeace operate in dozens of countries, and members tend to have an international outlook.


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3 responses to “What is Political Globalisation?”

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  2. Anonymous

    The integration of national politics with the rest of the world.
    it means that a network which is created by globalization.
    Non-governmental organisation who are issues guidliguid regarded to citizenship and human rights which are followed by national government.
    So, it’s hard for national government to impose their own rules which caused humanity.like it’s a kind of interdependence on global institutions.who control the nations especially developing countries like indIn

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