GOVT2225: International Security in 21st Century - Research Assignment

Internal Code: MAS3414

Research Assignment:

1) Explain which theoretical approach to international organisations offers the most accurate picture of contemporary international relations and why you believe this to be the case? Support your answer using one or more international organisations. 2) Does the R2P framework mean the United Nations has an increasing role to play i contemporary global human rights governance and humanitarian intervention? Why is this the case? 3) Discuss the record of the WTO in governing international trade or the IMF in governing international finance. To what extent is your chosen organisation being undermined by alternative organisations? 4) How might future threats from climate change and sustainability affect the role of the United Nations in providing collective security? 5) What are the benefits of regional organisations? What accounts for their formation? Respond using one example. 6) Assess to what extent international organisations have been successful in addressing either the spread of disease, environmental degradation or weapons proliferation. Provide specific examples to support your argument.