Series: Chicago Series on International and Domestic Institutions

A deep dive into the mechanics of national human rights institutions and the forces that make or break their success. In the years since World War II, the endeavour to promote human rights has gained momentum and become increasingly important within international relations. Yet, these efforts often run into serious problems of enforcement. Many countries formed national human rights institutions...

A timely investigation into the conditions that make international agreements—and the institutions that enforce them—vulnerable. When do international institutions effectively promote economic cooperation among countries and help them resolve conflict? Although the international system lacks any central governing authority, states have created rules, particularly around international economic relations, and empowered international tribunals to enforce those rules. Just how effective are...