Global governance and UN reform: challenges and opportunities for environment and human security

Rechkemmer, Andreas (2005). Global governance and UN reform: challenges and opportunities for environment and human security. UNU-EHS InterSecTions. UNU- EHS.

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    Author Rechkemmer, Andreas
    Title Global governance and UN reform: challenges and opportunities for environment and human security
    Series Title UNU-EHS InterSecTions
    Volume/Issue No. 3
    Publication Date 2005
    Place of Publication Bonn
    Publisher UNU- EHS
    Language eng
    Abstract

    In this essay, Dr. Rechkemmer outlines how global governance and UN reform endeavours hold both challenges and opportunities for improving the environment and enhancing human security. In this context, the state of the environment can be defined as a challenge or even a threat for the collective security, while the Millennium Development Goals clearly refer to environmental sustainability as a key component of human security and stability. The author urges us to emphasize the strong links between these two dimensions in the ongoing institutional reform process. He argues that a holistic consideration of the security relevant aspects of environmental problems would not only help to mainstream the environmental concerns into the international political agenda and strengthen the corresponding institutions, but also enhance human security for all.

    UNU Topics of Focus Human security
    Keyword Global governance
    UN reform
    Human security
    Environmental sustainability
    Copyright Holder UNU-EHS
    Copyright Year 2005
    Copyright type All rights reserved
    ISSN 1814-6430
    ISBN 3981020065
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