On Global Order: Power, Values, And The Constit... -

A central argument of the book is that international order cannot be separated from questions of . Hurrell contends that a stable order depends on more than just the balance of power; it requires a sense of rightfulness and voluntary compliance. However, he highlights that "global governance" is never neutral and is often a tool used by powerful actors to project their own values. Global Challenges

Hurrell structures his analysis around three primary challenges: capturing shared interests, managing unequal power, and mediating cultural and value conflicts. He evaluates the evolution of global order through three analytical frameworks: On Global Order: Power, Values, and the Constit...

Andrew Hurrell’s (2007) is a seminal text in international relations that explores how a legitimate political order can be sustained in an increasingly globalized and unequal world. Hurrell, a key figure in the English School of thought, argues that the traditional "pluralist" model—based solely on sovereign states coexisting through minimal rules—is no longer sufficient to address modern challenges like climate change, human rights, and global economic inequality. Core Themes and Frameworks A central argument of the book is that

Hurrell concludes by advocating for a that balances institutional authority with political agency, moving away from "empire" toward a framework that accommodates cultural diversity while maintaining moral accountability. Core Themes and Frameworks Hurrell concludes by advocating

The need for deep cooperation to manage shared global threats like climate change.

The push for intrusive global norms that challenge domestic authority.