<i>‘</i>Inclusive Rule-Making by International Organisations<i> is a must read for all international law practitioners. With new actors, new forms of participation and negotiations, international law is not–and cannot be anymore–the sole prerogative of states and international organisations. This is the main message from this stimulating book.’</i>
- Nicola Bonucci, University of Paris Cité and former OECD general counsel, France,
<i>‘The current volume breaks new ground in addressing increased participation of non-state actors in rule-making by international organizations, and suggests how participation can be both more inclusive and effective. Written by a fine – and inclusive! – group of authors, it provides an indispensable resource for further reflection.’</i>
- Jan Klabbers, University of Helsinki, Finland,
<i>‘Rule-making in international organisations has changed from state-centric to inclusive frameworks, including a wide range of stakeholders. While this development has the potential to increase legitimacy and accountability, it also introduces challenges. By analysing a range of sectors, organisations, and stakeholders, this book makes an important contribution to the scholarship in this field.’</i>
- Ayelet Berman, National University of Singapore,
Chapters combine novel academic research with insights from IO practitioners to identify ways of making rule-making more inclusive, building on the ongoing work of the Partnership of International Organisations for Effective International Rule-Making. They utilise both qualitative and quantitative research methods to analyse the functions and consequences of inclusive rule-making; mechanisms for citizen participation; and the challenges of engaging with private actors and for-profit stakeholders. Ultimately, the book highlights key strategies for maintaining favourable public perceptions and trust in international institutions, emphasizing the importance of making rule-making more accountable, legitimate and accessible.
Academics and students in international law, political science, regulation and governance, organisational studies and international relations will greatly benefit from the innovative frameworks and empirical analyses presented in this book. It is also an invaluable resource for practitioners and policy-makers working in IOs, national governments and non-state stakeholders.