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Book SynopsisWhat part do/should corporate actors play in global governance? With regard to concerns over such issues as public health, education, human rights, and the environment, they arguably are influential. But what is the actual nature of their engagement, and what motivates it? What challenges do they face when they assume more responsibility in these spheres? Are they responsive to the normative environments in which they operate?
In answering these questions, the authors of Corporate Actors in Global Governance offer an empirically rich picture of the often contentious governance roles of corporations in today’s global political economy.
Trade ReviewA refreshing and valuable approach that goes a long way to deepening our understanding of corporate power and authority.... It is a must read for anyone interested in the governance roles of corporations in today’s global political economy." — Claire Cutler, University of Victoria
Table of ContentsCorporate Actors in Global Governance
M. Hofferberth
Business as Usual?
From Global to Local: Ford and Volkswagen's Management-Labor Relations in South Africa
J. Mikler and M. Cartwright
Promoting Human Rights Responsibilities: The Experience in Ghana’s Gold-Mining Industry
U. Idemudia and C. Kwakyewah
Multistake Partnerships: Community Development Initiatives in the Extractive Sector
H.S. Dashwood
A Three-Way Relationship: Labor, Multinationals, and Local Suppliers
N. Helmerich
The Corporate Supply Chain as Global Governance
C. May
Dealing with Crises
Shaping Conflict: Corporate Actors in Community Engagement
T.D. Olsen
Security Value Over the Long Term: ExxonMobil and the Aceh Crisis
M. Hofferberth
Managing “Undesirable and Disruptive” Events: The Role of Private Security Companies in Complex Environments
R. DeWinter-Schmitt
Conclusion
The Changing Global Power of the Twenty-First-Century Corporation
J. Harrod
