https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/17898 2026-04-04T05:19:40Z 2026-04-04T05:19:40Z Briguglio, Lino https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/18285 2017-04-28T05:56:19Z 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Governance in the EU member states : evidence from three global indicators Authors: Briguglio, Lino Editors: Pace, Roderick Abstract: This paper assesses governance in twenty-eight EU Member States (EUMS) by comparing these states among themselves and with the rest of the world, utilising three indicators relating to political, economic and social governance. The main contributions of this paper on the issue of governance are three. First the paper includes economic and social governance in the meaning of the term “governance”. Studies on governance generally use indicators associated with politics and public administration. Secondly, it attempts to place the governance scores of the EU Member states, as a block, in an international context. Thirdly, the study tries to explain why GDP growth and governance indicators are often found to be negatively correlated. Keywords: Governance, European Union, Economic Growth, Corruption, Institutions

2016-01-01T00:00:00Z Katsaris, Angelos https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/18246 2017-04-28T05:55:27Z 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Governing climate change in the Mediterranean : fragmentation in dialogue, markets and funds Authors: Katsaris, Angelos Editors: Pace, Roderick Abstract: The article analyses the challenges of interregional cooperation for the two regional secretariats in the Mediterranean – the Secretariat of the Union for the Mediterranean and the Secretariat of the Mediterranean Action Plan – in the policy fields of climate change mitigation and adaptation. Mediterranean climate governance is structured around complex governance arrangements, where multiple actors attempt to integrate the issue of climate change. However, the lack of financial commitments for long-term infrastructure investments and bilateral differentiation under the EU’s Neighbourhood Policy undermine region-wide cooperation. As a result, fragmentation in dialogue, markets and funds challenge the efforts of regional institutions in each climate sector and lead to variable governing outcomes. KEY WORDS Climate Change Governance, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Southern Neighbourhood, Euro-Mediterranean relations, North Africa

2016-01-01T00:00:00Z Alshinawi, Arsalan https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/18218 2017-04-12T01:20:01Z 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: State-building in Iraq since 2003 : the challenges and lessons Authors: Alshinawi, Arsalan Editors: Pace, Roderick Abstract: The writer concerned himself with the inherent links between the dramatic changes unleashed in 2003 in the internal socio-political context in Iraq, with the lack of reconciliation and stability, which intensified after the adoption of the Iraqi constitution in 2005. This paper focusing on the US-sponsored state-building in Iraq, seeks to make a contribution to the scholarly and public understanding of the key interconnecting variables that run through much of the ‘rich’ tapestry of the obstacles facing the remaking of the national Iraqi constitution, in real-life situations. The aim is to shed more light on the conventional/received wisdom and contemporary political analyses in Iraq itself. Relevant information was drawn from the personal experience and observations of the writer, from direct contact and engagement with the people in Iraq during summer 2013 in a field study that sought to capture in more detail local perceptions and insights. The publications cited include available magazines, newspapers, journal articles and monographs as well as government documents.

2014-01-01T00:00:00Z Fernandez, Berta https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/18200 2017-05-31T09:39:04Z 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Migration and asylum : the movement of people in the Mediterranean Region - future scenarios and the EU response Authors: Fernandez, Berta Editors: Pace, Roderick Abstract: In recent years, the global discussion on migration and asylum has evolved from polarization of perspectives and mistrust, to improving partnerships and fostering cooperation between countries and regions. The paradigm has shifted from control and security exclusively to an increased awareness of the ramifications of migration in development and labour markets, the increasing demographic gap1 and the dangers of exclusion faced by migrant workers (regular or irregular). Eastern Europe will suffer the biggest population decline in the coming years, and Nigeria’s population will reach one billion by 2100. In Europe, the work replacement ratio will be two pensioners for one active worker. It has become clear that these facts cannot be ignored and that there is a need for greater convergence of policies (migration/mobility, fundamental rights, and economic growth), with a migrant-centred approach.2. The assumption that Europe will remain a geopolitical and economic hub that attracts immigrants at all skill levels might not hold water in the long run. The evolving demographic and economic changes have made it evident that the competitiveness of the EU (Europe 2020 Strategy) is also at stake, particularly if an adaptable workforce with the necessary skills is not secured in view of shortfalls in skill levels and because of serious labour mismatches. Therefore, it is the right moment to develop more strategic and long-term migration policies that take into account the evolving position of Europe and its neighbours in the world. By the same token, labour market strategies that meet needs and promote integration of regular migrants are still a pending task for the Member States (MS) in terms of the free movement of people, but also in relation with neighbouring and partner countries.

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