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Deliberation in International Institutions
This open-access volume provides a pioneering study on the deliberative dynamics within international organizations, utilizing the International Maritime Organization (IMO)—the United Nations\\\' specialized agency for regulating global shipping—as its primary analytical subject. The book employs a rigorous two-step approach: first, evaluating the extent to which the IMO aligns with the normative principles of ideal deliberative democracy regarding access, inclusion, and equality; and second, adapting the Discourse Quality Index to isolate the structural factors that drive variations in deliberative quality among different state delegations. By bridging international relations theory with empirical political analysis, the research demystifies how diplomatic communication shapes global governance. Ultimately, it serves as an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and public policy practitioners seeking to enhance democratic legitimacy and institutional efficacy on the world stage.
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