Forms of government

School of thought

International justice

Debates over global institutions and obligations

It examines duties of justice among political communities and beyond state borders.

Historical context

Contemporary political philosophy studies justice among states and duties arising from institutions and cross-border practices.

Overview

An international institution can affect opportunities for people with no voice in its governance. Analysis must determine whether this grounds obligations among states, towards individuals, or both.

Main claims

Cross-border effects and relationships can generate duties requiring public justification.

Debates and nuances

Global distribution and duties concerning unjust institutions raise distinct questions.

This entry provides educational context.