covid-19 and the Governance of International Organizations (original) (raw)

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly disrupted the governance and operations of international organizations, advancing nationalistic responses rather than promoting global cooperation. This editorial provides an overview of the impact of the pandemic on intergovernmental procedures, particularly within the United Nations and specialized agencies, highlighting emergency adaptations to governance structures and the postponement of key meetings. The analysis underscores the lasting changes and challenges faced by these organizations in their policy-making processes due to the prolonged health crisis.