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Paper Examines "Inclusion" in Global Financial Governance
October 20, 2017
A paper from the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) examines how developing countries around the world have worked to make the system of global financial governance more "inclusive" to seek to ensure they receive a substantial portion of the benefits of international financial flows.
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BRICS Group Seeks "Equitable" Global Governance
October 20, 2017
The Associated Press reports that, in a statement following the organization's recent summit in China, the BRICS group of countries - Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa - called for reform at the UN to make its institutions more representative and a new version of global economic governance that leads to "a more just and equitable international order."
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Article Criticizes UNESCO Promotion of "Sexual Rights"
October 20, 2017
In a recent article, Dr. Marianna Orlandi of the Center for Family & Human Rights raises concerns with a report published by the UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) that she says promotes the recognition of "sexual and reproductive health rights" and "comprehensive sexuality education" among children.
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BRICS Becomes Global Governance Heavyweight
October 20, 2017
Alyssa Ayres of the Council on Foreign Relations describes the rise of the BRICS grouping of countries - Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa - into a major global governance player that advocates for broader representation in international organizations but fails to tackle issues that may produce conflict between its often-competing members.
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Palestine Receives Initial Approval as Interpol Member
October 20, 2017
The Palestinian Authority is seeking membership in the International Police Organization (Interpol) and has received initial approval by the organization’s Executive Committee despite US and Israeli opposition.