In these years, people have realized the importance of intergovernmental cooperation, and the long-term defect in cross-regional working mechanisms has become an important problem that has to be solved in international governance. Therefore, intergovernmental cooperation is believed to be the only way to promote sustainability, efficiency and effectiveness.
The fundamental principle of intergovernmental cooperation is joint governance. Joint governance is the integration of national and regional forces to share the responsibilities, powers and benefits of promoting global public goods. It implies the integration of government resources, institutional rebuilding and the redistribution of formal and informal power. In this way, nation-regional interactions and intergovernmental cooperation could become the most influential and essential form of international policy making.
However, the concept of joint governance is not limited to the institutional level. Many activities that usually involve more than one government include elements of joint governance. This may include cross-border trade and investment, migratory flows, transport, infrastructure and service coordination, environment protection, financial and resource sharing, and enhanced police and military efforts. Complex and often difficult tasks such as developing a sense of collective identity could also be subject to cooperative initiatives.
In addition, joint governance not only offers the opportunity to diffuse or escalade the power conflict, but also facilitate its resolution. Sharing the responsibilities, legitimate authority and resources can become part of a negotiated solution. In this way, the various governments involved could recognize each other’s autonomy and interests, accept the need for cooperation and reach agreements with fewer potential for confrontation.
Finally, the need for intergovernmental cooperation is increasingly recognized in todays globalized world. The rise of global markets, the rapid development of technology and the unprecedented level of communication that we are capable of are presenting the need for governments to come together and work collaboratively. These governments can serve as guarantors of the stability of global markets and the security of individuals around the world. Intergovernmental cooperation helps foster trust, mutual understanding and contribution to a shared global good.
In conclusion, intergovernmental cooperation is essential for the development of a robust and efficient global governance structure. Joint governance is the key to effectively integrate governments in the pursuit of global public good and the resolution of conflicts. Movement towards intergovernmental cooperation is off to a good start, and in todays globalized world, it is necessary if we are to work together towards our common goals of peace and prosperity.
