International Organizational Anarchy: International Organizations as Full Actors in the Global Arena

International organizations are central actors on the global stage, yet their very existence is deeply shaped by their organizational nature. As entities with histories and environments, they navigate complex networks of members and stakeholders—often pursuing conflicting objectives. These organizations must operate, decide, and act amidst unforeseen events and challenges.

Far from being abstract entities, international organizations embody all the complexities of organizations in the fulle...