New regionalism

-a range of formal/informal mid-level ‘triangular’

relations among not only states but also non-state
actors, notably civil societies and private companies
are also engaged in regional organizing.
-differ from state-to-state regionalism in
identifying problems.
-organizations rely on the power of individuals,
non-government organizations, and associations in
pursuit of a particular goal.
-share the same values, norms, establish
mainstream institutions and system.

New Regionalism varies in form. Tiny

associations that focus on a single issue and huge
continental unions that address more of common
problems from territorial defense to food security.
Strategies and Tactics of New Regionalism
-some organizations partner with organizations
to initiate social change.
 -their power lies in their moral standing and
their ability to combine lobbying with pressure
politics.
-their global politics is limited because most of
the organizations are poorly financed.
EXAMPLE:
ASEAN
-new regionalism used the declaration of human
rights to pressure these governments to pass laws
that promotes human rights.
South America (Left-Swing Government)
-supports Hemispherical Social Alliance’s opposition
to the North American Free Trade Agreement
(NAFTA).
Central and South America
-rainforest foundation to protect indigenous people
and the rainforests in Brazil, Guyana, Panama, and
Peru