Munich Security Conference 2024: Seeking a More Inclusive Global Order
The Munich Security Conference (MSC), now celebrating its 60th year, is set to take place from February 16-18, 2024, at the prestigious Bayerischer Hof Hotel in Munich, Germany. This three-day event will gather senior decision-makers and thought leaders from around the world to tackle the most pressing international security concerns.
The MSC's mission is to \"provide a platform for consequential debates and build peace through dialogue.\" In theory, it serves as a viable arena for addressing the world's most urgent security challenges. However, reflections on the 59th edition highlight a potential pitfall: an overrepresentation of the United States and NATO members, risking inadequate representation of the Global South.
Countries in the Global South have long sought a more significant voice in shaping global issues, expressing frustration with the current international order, which they perceive as predominantly led by Western nations.
The Munich Security Report 2023 underscores this sentiment, noting that the existing global order is facing \"authoritarian revisionism\" and a growing divide between competing visions of international governance. As early as last year, many Western leaders acknowledged the imbalance of the current system and the declining trust from the Global South.
The previous MSC's report, titled \"Re:vision,\" delved into these challenges, highlighting the need to defend a \"rules-based liberal order.\" However, this approach has often been criticized for excluding the majority of the world's governments, limiting participation to the United States, Europe, and a select few Western allies.
As MSC 2024 approaches, the global community watches closely to see if the conference will evolve to include a more diverse range of voices, ensuring that the dialogue reflects the multifaceted nature of today's international landscape and contributes to a more balanced and stable global order.
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The recipe for a more secure and stable global order ahead of MSC 2024
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