This article examines the role of political leadership within the realm of global governance. Drawing upon relevant theories of political agency, particular attention is given to addressing the relationship between leadership and collective action. A two-level analysis of institution building in relation to maritime security and economic trade and investment reveals both strengths and weaknesse...

In the past few years, policymakers, academic commentators, consumer advocates, civil liberties groups, and user communities have expressed grave concerns about the steadily increasing levels of enforcement of intellectual property rights. Taking note of these concerns, this Occasional Paper brings together two recently published essays discussing the ongoing efforts to strengthen intellectual ...

“south caucasus” has always been part of the most challenging regions of the world and it is considered very crucial for europe to maintain its security.“eastern partnership plan” (eap), which is part of neighborhood policy of eu (european :union:) started in the country a short time after the war between georgia and russia in 2008, in fact, it was interpreted as the europe’s response to russia...

The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and the Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific (CPTPP) are two mega free trade agreements (FTAs) in Asia Pacific region. However, theireconomic interests rather deeply divided related to political security issues. Trade conflicts between U.S.and China have continued since 2018. To tackle Chinese expansion, Biden administration initiated In...

Teacher educators have a very daunting task requiring currency in their discipline, curricular, policy and institutional imperatives as well as pedagogical and cultural issues. Tertiary institutions are facing increasing expectations to cater for and increase retention of underrepresented groups, whilst class sizes increase and face-to-face contact decreases. This paper outlines a case study of...