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Chapter 1. The Evolution of Glocal Governance -- Chapter 2. The Glocal between the Local and the Global -- Chapter 3. Glocal Challenges in the Present and the Future -- Chapter 4. Glocality is the current State of the Art -- Chapter 5. The System of Glocal Governance.

This open access book develops a conceptual framework for glocal governance as a multi-stakeholder local governance approach based on global human rights norms and democratic principles. It discusses glocal governance as part of an ongoing global transformation process that began in the 1990s, when democracy and individualizing responsibilities for governance became the dominant political system worldwide, and continues through today's dawn of a New Cold War between those countries which have democratized and those which haven't. This book will intrigue practitioners and scholars alike who are interested in the concepts of glocality and glocalism, local-global connectivity, and the implementation and dissemination of global norms and concepts such as human rights and democracy, at the local and community level as well as among civil society and private enterprises. The author argues that global norms have now become universal benchmarks which private, political, and civil actors use to assess day-to-day situations and market developments, and to make their decisions accordingly. This book will appeal to students, practitioners, and scholars of the social sciences and humanities who are interested in governance, human rights, public diplomacy and international relations; and in conceptualizing mechanisms for governing and enforcing political decisions locally, on the basis of global universal principles, international norms, and laws.

Conflict Management, International Parliamentary Assemblies and Small States: The Cases of Georgia and Moldova -- Financing Peacebuilding in the OSCE Region -- OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine -- The Implications of China's Xinjiang Policies for OSCE -- China's Emerging Political and Economic Dominance in the OSCE Region -- Islamization in OSCE Region, the Case of Kyrgyzstan -- Organized Crime in Kyrgyzstan -- The 2020 Violent Change in Government in Kyrgyzstan -- IRPT in Tajikistan -- From Landlocked to Land-linked? Central Asia's Place in the Eurasian Economy -- Gender Difference in Households Expenditure in Higher Education in Mongolia -- Transitional Justice Albania -- The Effects of Covid-19 on Conflict Zone in Georgia -- US Classified Documents 1988 on Nargono Karabach Conflict -- Covid-19 in Central Asia -- Glocal Governance in the OSCE Region.

This open access book features various studies on democratization, transformation, socio-economic development, and security issues in the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) geographical region and beyond. Written by experts and scholars working in the field of human dimension, security, transformation and development in Europe and Asia, particularly in post-soviet and communist countries, it examines the connectivity that the OSCE provides between the East and the West. The 2021 edition of this Compilation Series of the OSCE Academy presents studies on peace and conflict as well as political regime development in various member states of the OSCE as well as their economic, security and human rights performance and the challenges countries and society face currently. The OSCE is working in promoting Human Rights and Democratization under the notion of Human Dimension of ODIHR and is enhancing securitization and development policies in Eurasia, Europe, Central Asia and North America since 1991. 2021 marks the 30th anniversary on the tremendous efforts in promoting democracy, security and development. This compilation reviews some of these efforts in light of this anniversary, the achievements and shortcomings.

Introduction -- Values and Transformation in Central Asia -- Civil Society as a Phenomenon of Post-Soviet Political Life: A Threat or a Guarantor of National Security -- Security Risk Analysis Perspectives on Central Asia Dynamics -- China's Development Objectives and its Belt and Road Initiative in the OSCE Region -- OSCE and Civil Society in the Western Balkans: The Road to Reconciliation -- The Central Asia in Transition: Social Contract Transformation in Nazarbayev and Post Nazarbayev Kazakhstan -- The Interplay Between 'Formal' and 'Informal' in Conflict Prevention, Mediation and Community Security Provision in Kyrgyzstan -- What Happened to the Foundations of Eurasian Health Governance? Research Initiatives for Health Security Capacity Building -- Transitional Justice Research in Post-Totalitarian Societies in the OSCE Region. .

This open access book features various studies on democratization, transformation, political and economic development, and security issues in the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) geographical region and beyond. Written by experts and academics in the fields of human rights, security, transformation and development, particularly in post-soviet and communist countries, it examines the status quo of regime development in various member states of the OSCE; their economic, security and human rights performance; institutional reforms and transformations and the challenges that these countries and their societies face, including the USA, Canada, Germany, Macedonia, Russia, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia. This is the 2019 edition of this Compilation Series of the OSCE Academy. The OSCE works to promote Minority Protection, Security, Democratic Development and Human Rights guided by the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR), and to enhance securitization and development policies in Eurasia, Europe, Central Asia and North America. Since being founded in 1993, the OSCE and its agencies and departments have attracted a wealth of academic research in various fields and disciplines, ranging from economic development and election monitoring to enhancing global principles of human rights and securitization. About the OSCE Academy in Bishkek: Founded in 2004, the Academy offers post-Doc research fellowships and runs two Master Degrees, one in Economic Governance and Development and one in Politics and Security in Central Asia. The Academy"s regular academic programs and conference contributes to developing human professional capital in the sectors of particular importance for Central Asian states and societies. The Academy's graduates and visiting researchers contribute to economic development, governance and policy-making in Central Asia and beyond the OSCE region. Website: http://www.osce-academy.net/en/about/

Regime Consolidation and Transitional Justice explores the effect of transitional justice measures on 'regime consolidation', or the means by which a new political system is established in a post-transition context. Focusing on the long-term impact of transitional justice mechanisms in three countries over several decades, the gradual process by which these political systems have been legitimatised is revealed. Through case studies of East and West Germany after World War II, Spain after the end of the Franco dictatorship in 1975 and Turkey's long journey to achieving democratic reform, Regime Consolidation and Transitional Justice shows how transitional justice and regime consolidation are intertwined. The interdisciplinary study, which will be of interest to scholars of criminal law, human rights law, political science, democracy, autocracies and transformation theories, demonstrates, importantly, that the political systems in question are not always 'more' democratic than their predecessors and do not always enhance democracy post-regime consolidation

Contents -- List of Abbreviations -- Chapter 1: Introduction -- References -- Chapter 2: Cyber World -- References -- Chapter 3: Human Rights -- References -- Chapter 4: Public Privacy -- References -- Chapter 5: Justice -- References -- Chapter 6: Cyber Law -- References -- Chapter 7: Shrinking Space -- References -- Chapter 8: Code of Conduct -- References -- Chapter 9: Regulation and Control -- References -- Chapter 10: Cyber Governance -- References -- Chapter 11: Social Cyber Contract -- References -- Chapter 12: Conclusion: Cyber Justice -- References

This book introduces Cyber Justice as a viable approach for promoting good governance based on human rights norms in the internet. The author defines cyberspace as a borderless public space without common rules or government control mechanisms that protect and foster people's activities within that space. In light of the growing scope of communications and interactions in the internet, the author shows how human rights and governance regimes can be adapted to cyberspace in order to ensure more accountability, transparency and interaction among those who use the internet and those who manage and provide internet services. This book will be of interest for scholars and policymakers interested in establishing governance regimes for cyberspace that will enjoy the support and trust of all users.--

Chapter 1. Migration Policies in the OSCE Region (Anisa Abeytia) -- Chapter 2. Early Warning Models in the OSCE: Adoption and Re-Invention (Alina Isakova) -- Chapter 3. NATO and EU Strategic Security Environment (Aybike Yalcin-Ispir) -- Chapter 4. Patterns of Border Disputes Amongst OSCE Countries (Halina Sapeha) -- Chapter 5. Assessing Water (Ir)Rationality in the Disputed Region of Nagorno-Karabakh (Leonardo Zanatta) -- Chapter 6. Vetting as a Tool for Strengthening Judicial Integrity in the OSCE Region (Teodora Miljojkovic) -- Chapter 7. Human Rights Adjudication in Central Asia (Saniia Toktogazieva) -- Chapter 8. Human Rights and Social Media: Challenges and Opportunities for Human Rights Education (Joanna Kulesza) -- Chapter 9. Digital Citizen Activism in Central Asia: Beyond Contestation and Cooperation (Bakhytzhan Kurmanov) -- Chapter 10. The Dilemma of Good Governance vs. Power Grab in Georgia (Shalva Dzebisashvili) -- Chapter 11. Transformations of Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine towards EU Membership (Malkhaz Nakashidze) -- Chapter 12. Backsliding Rule of Law and "Stabilotocracy" in Montenegro (Mirko Đuković).

This open-access book explores the security dynamics amid the polarization, shifting borders, and liquid governance that define the Zeitenwende era in Europe's eastern neighbourhood and Central Asia. Presenting various case studies, the volume unveils the intricate web of border dynamics and practices, including the nuanced interplay of border disputes within the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) member states. The contributions shed new light on how contested borders and liquid modes of governance have impacted the engagement of international organizations such as the European Union (EU), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and OSCE in security crises and conflict prevention. Delving deeper, a special part dissects the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and examines European and international responses. By analyzing the stances of diverse European countries, their neighborhood, and international organizations, this section uncovers commonalities and disparities in their approaches to the Ukrainian crisis.

Chapter 1. Human Rights in Central Asia - Between Internationalization and Nation-Building (Hien) -- Chapter 2. Human Rights in Central Asia: Challenges and Perspectives (Sayapin) -- Chapter 3. Human Rights Education and Human Rights in Central Asia (Mihr) -- Chapter 4. Human Rights as a Concept of Public Law: Challenges for Central Asian Higher Education Systems (Atadjamov) -- Chapter 5. Transnational Higher Education in Central Asia: The Case of Kazakhstan (Varpahovskis) -- Chapter 6. Redesigning the Law Curriculum in Uzbekistan (Ismatov) -- Chapter 7. Inclusive Human Rights Education in Tajikistan (Husnidinzoda) -- Chapter 8. Awareness in Central Asian States of Discrimination Against Labor Migrants Abroad (Ysamanova) -- Chapter 9. Gender Equality and International Human Rights Law in Kyrgyzstan (Erisheva) -- Part I. Annex -- Chapter 10. Samarkand Declaration.

This open access book explores the field of human rights dissemination in Central Asia. Offering a comparative perspective on five post-Soviet Central Asian states—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and Tajikistan, it examines compliance with international human rights standards in these countries. The contributions capture various aspects of human rights dissemination through educational programs, seminars, training, and empowerment programs at Central Asian universities, together with Central Asian NGOs/CSOs and international organizations. The book shows that a change of behavior among state and non-state actors in the region can only happen when both local and international actors, usually international donors, jointly take action to report, train, and empower people in human rights. This book is an invitation to anyone interested in the (troubled) nexus between international human rights norms and standards and their implementation on the local level, as well as in the effective empowerment of citizen in the region.