Can authoritarian states shape global norms rather than simply resist them? @debremaria.bsky.social and @danielleflonk.bsky.socialexplore how autocratic governments act as #NormEntrepreneurs and reshape international norms to advance their interests and influence. doi.org/10.1057/s412...

Authoritarian norm entrepreneurs: how autocratic states reshape global norms - Journal of International Relations and Development

Authoritarian states are increasingly shaping global normative orders by promoting state-centric and communitarian alternatives to liberal norms in global governance institutions. This article…

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How are governments normalizing the return of Syrian refugees despite ongoing risks? This article examines how deportation policies spread across regions, creating a "race to the bottom" that weakens refugee protections. #Refugees #ForcedMigration doi.org/10.1093/ips/...

How do international institutions respond when their legitimacy is challenged? Gisela Hirschmann's article in @jird-jour.bsky.social examines how the #ICC made sense of contestation by African states parties & what this reveals about institutional adaption and resilience. doi.org/10.1057/s412...

Organizational sense-making in international institutions: the International Criminal Court’s response to contestation by African states parties - Journal of International Relations and Development

In its short history, the International Criminal Court (ICC) has repeatedly faced contestation by states, which reached a first peak in 2016 with the threat of mass withdrawal by its African members.…

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What role does international law play during political transitions? @heikekrieger.bsky.social and @andrealiese.bsky.social explore how #InternationalLaw both shapes and reshapes transitional orders, offering new insights into governance, legitimacy and institutional change. doi.org/10.1093/isag...

The Twofold Relevance of International Law in Transitional Orders

Abstract. Despite broad agreement that the international order is losing its resilience, a new order is not in place. This article argues that law helps be

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Why do many #GlobalSouth states avoid condemning China and Russia? @ziyangjan.bsky.social examines Global South responses to #NormContestation and what they reveal about the future of the Liberal International Order. #Norms #IRTheory doi.org/10.1093/isag...

Why Not Condemn China and Russia? Global South Reactions to Norm Contestation and Implications for the LIO

Abstract. The liberal international order (LIO) is transitioning, marked by rising non-Western powers and norm contestation. However, current research ofte

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Season 2 of Localization in World Politics is here! In Episode 2, @denisakost.bsky.social joins us to discuss RECOM's civil society initiative addressing the legacy of war crimes in the former Yugoslavia and how dialogue can reshape #TransitionalJustice. /1 open.spotify.com/episode/0trw...

S02 - Ep.2: Reconciliation by Stealth, with Professor Kostovicova

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🔸 Since fleeing violence in #Darfur, a number of women have been able to reestablish their Women's Protection Team (WPT) in #Tawila. With the support of NP, they're leading hygiene awareness sessions.

Season 2 of Localization in World Politics is here! In Episode 1, co-host @emilykmscott.bsky.social is joined by @rbkhoury.bsky.social and Daniel Neep to discuss the prospects for democracy in post-Assad #Syria. Listen in to learn about the challenges shaping Syria's future and civil society action.

S02 - Ep. 1: Syria After Assad, with Rana B. Khoury and Daniel Neep

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"Local civilians are often the first and last line of protection". This article explores how community-led approaches can expand UN protection of civilians by recognizing local actors not just as victims, but as central agents in civilian protection. #CivilianProtection #ProtectionofCivilians

Local Civilians’ Role in the Protection of Civilians: Expanding UN-Led Protection through Community-Led Approaches - International Peace Institute

An issue brief on local civilians’ roles in unarmed protection of civilians.

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📢 CfP: Global Justice and the (Un)Making of Order We are editing a Special Issue exploring the mutual constitution of global justice and world order, and looking for cutting edge and critical interventions from IR, IL and beyond. Submit by June 11th, details here: tinyurl.com/yrcz5kua 1/

How should peace operations balance force and legitimacy when protecting civilians? @ligelot.bsky.social & Prabin Khadka examine how military action can sustain or undermine local legitimacy by "calibrating" use of force in robust peace operations. #ProtectionofCivilians View in @jisb.bsky.social!

Do peace agreements reflect what people actually need for lasting peace? This article compares Colombia's 2016 accord with everyday community priorities, revealing a gap between top-down provisions and local needs such as social cohesion and trust. #EverydayPeace View in @iajournal.bsky.social

Comparing everyday peace preferences with the commitments of the 2016 Colombian Peace Agreement

Are the post-conflict perspectives of everyday people reflected in the agreements that end civil wars? While the Colombian peace process was lauded for its

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Today's research spotlight focuses on how people learn and organize in community groups. This @globalsociety.bsky.social article explores NGO-supported village associations in western Uganda, to show how learning unfolds through everyday relationships and local practices rather than formal training.

Rhythms of Learning in NGO-Supported Village Associations in Western Uganda

This article explores how a non-governmental organisation (NGO) facilitates patterns of learning, unlearning, and relearning and, in so doing, strengthens people’s livelihoods in rural Uganda. We c...

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How do Southeast Asian states respond to major power rivalry without confrontation? John Ciorciari shows how they practice "soft balancing" through inclusive diplomacy and institutions, prioritizing cooperation and flexibility over direct opposition. #ASEAN Check it out in @iajournal.bsky.social

"In a world where 'might' increasingly is seen as 'right', diplomacy may still have a chance." This @theconversation.com piece discusses how maritime disputes, nationalism & regional tensions have reignited a conflict between Thailand & Cambodia, while testing whether diplomacy can prevent violence.

Thailand and Cambodia are bickering over their borders again. Can diplomacy prevent a return to war?

Both countries claim overlapping parts of the Gulf of Thailand with potentially lucrative oil and gas reserves. There is a peaceful path to resolve the dispute.

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How is South-South security cooperation reshaping global order? @tberger.bsky.social & Markus-Michael Müller show how partnerships among Global South states are reconfiguring security governance, challenging Northern dominance, and introducing new norms & power dynamics. View here: buff.ly/kHCKga2

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South–South security cooperation and the (re)making of global security governance - Volume 11 Issue 1

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How do social movements reshape transitional justice? @vicky-kapogianni.bsky.social and @benjaminthorne.bsky.social show how activism works within and beyond formal processes to re-centre historical injustices, mobilize communities, and transform justice agendas over time. #TransitionalJustice

Within and Beyond Transitional Justice Shadows: Rallying Social Movements, Re-sculpting Agendas, Re-centring Historical Injustices - Vicky Kapogianni, Benjamin Thorne, 2025

How do processes of contestation and resistance, emerging from the constellation of actors, impact the transitional justice landscape? This article critically e...

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I had a fascinating meeting with the Director of Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21) today. We discussed Cambodia’s role as a protagonist of #memorialization in Southeast Asia and the impact of its recent inscription as an #UNESCO World Heritage Site. I then toured the permanent exhibition afterwards.

I had the chance to visit the #ECCC today where I spoke with Court officials and donors about the Residual Functions phase. I also toured the premises and ECCC Resource Centre. #KhmerRouge #Genocide #Localization

Emma Pritchard explores how truth commissions include or exclude LGBTQ+ experiences, showing that without data there is no recognition of abuse and highlighting the struggle for visibility and agency in transitional justice processes. #TransitionalJustice Check it out now in @iajournal.bsky.social!

Episode out now👇 Today’s episode looks at major developments at the #Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague, from the close of arguments in the #Thaçi et al trial to the separate alleged interference case also involving the former president. Listen: www.asymmetricalhaircuts.com/episodes/jus...

Justice Update – Interfering with the Kosovo Specialist Chambers

The big trial ends at the Kosovo Chambers and an opportunity to ask – has it been worth it. If it’s interesting, do like, subscribe and leave us a review. Want to find out more? Check out all…

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🇸🇸 #SouthSudan - South Sudan’s political and military leaders are driving the country towards a full-scale civil war and mass atrocity crimes, warn UN experts. And long-awaited transitional justice mechanisms are stalled. www.justiceinfo.net/en/156997-so... #SouthSudanWar #TransitionalJustice

South Sudan: war without justice

South Sudan’s political and military leaders are driving the country towards a full-scale civil war and mass atrocity crimes, warn UN experts. And long-awaited transitional justice mechanisms are stal...

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How do Global South states engage with transitional justice beyond claims of politicization? Shivangi Seth examines how these states navigate justice processes, challenging assumptions that their participation is driven solely by political motives. #TransitionalJustice

Global South States and Transitional Justice: Beyond Politicization∞

ABSTRACT. This article traces the role of Global South states in designing and implementing transitional justice. It draws on the cases of Sierra Leone and

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The #UNGA has adopted a historic resolution recognizing the enslavement of Africans during the transatlantic slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity.” Advocates hope the move will pave the way for an apology and serve as a safeguard against forgetting “the enduring scars of slavery.”

UN votes to recognise enslavement of Africans as 'gravest crime against humanity'

The landmark resolution calls for an apology and contributions to a reparations fund, without specifying an amount.

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How does ASEAN stay relevant amid a crisis in multilateralism? Sarah Teo shows how ASEAN blends formal institutional frameworks with informal diplomatic practices to maintain regional influence and adapt to new geopolitical challenges. #ASEAN #GlobalGovernance #SoutheastAsia #Multilateralism

Formal frameworks, informal practices: how ASEAN navigates the crisis in multilateralism

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In this new @iojournal.bsky.social article, the authors explore whether illiberal regimes will roll back liberal reforms as US support for democracy declines, arguing that liberal norm adaptation in autocracies is likely to endure due to how embedded they are in domestic politics. #IRTheory #IRNorms

The End of Autocratic Norm Adaptation? US Retrenchment and Liberal Norms in Illiberal Regimes | International Organization | Cambridge Core

The End of Autocratic Norm Adaptation? US Retrenchment and Liberal Norms in Illiberal Regimes - Volume 79 Issue S1

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How do everyday practices help explain order and ordering in world politics? Frank Gadinger and Holger Niemann examine normativity in practice, showing how global norms are enacted and contested through global protests and political action. Check it out in @risjnl.bsky.social!

Normativity in practice: Ordering through enactment, learning, and contestation in global protests | Review of International Studies | Cambridge Core

Normativity in practice: Ordering through enactment, learning, and contestation in global protests - Volume 51 Issue 5

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Out now! When looking at Universal Jurisdiction cases, #Argentina is the go-to spot But why? And will this very open system continue in the current political climate? We asked Maia Czarny, @ezejim.bsky.social & Bénédict De Moerloose Listen 👇 www.asymmetricalhaircuts.com/episodes/jus...

Justice Update – Is Universal Jurisdiction Argentina-Style Working?

Argentina is the go-to spot for Universal Jurisdiction – why? If it’s interesting, do like, subscribe and leave us a review. Want to find out more? Check out all the background information on…

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If Unilateral Force Becomes Normalized, Who Will be Disciplined Next and by Whom? The Structural Vulnerability of Third World Sovereignty opiniojuris.org/2026/03/05/i...

If Unilateral Force Becomes Normalized, Who Will be Disciplined Next and by Whom? The Structural Vulnerability of Third World Sovereignty

[Janaha Selvaraj is a lecturer at the Department of Legal Studies of The Open University of Sri Lanka. She holds LL.B (Hons) from University of Colombo and LL.M in International Law from the South …

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Can network governance be democratic without consensus? This article argues it can when it embraces norm polysemy instead of enforcing shared meanings. Drawing on Southeast Asian humanitarian aid, it shows how an agonistic ethos sustains cooperation across deep political and religious divides.

Rethinking democracy in global network governance: norm polysemy, pluralism, and agonistic engagement | International Theory | Cambridge Core

Rethinking democracy in global network governance: norm polysemy, pluralism, and agonistic engagement - Volume 17 Issue 3

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