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Exploring the tension between global governance and democracy, the essay argues that internationalization often leads to a democratic deficit, as posited by Dahrendorf. It distinguishes governance from government, emphasizing the lack of a world authority to address global issues, which are instead managed through negotiations among various intergovernmental organizations (IGOs). The discussion includes an analysis of democratic processes within this framework and concludes with a pessimistic outlook on the potential for achieving international democratic decision-making in the future.

Exploring the historical context of the Islamic world, the essay examines the potential for a unified pan-Islamic foreign policy among Muslim countries. It argues that despite the desire for collective action, significant differences in economic, political, cultural, and religious factors hinder the formulation of common goals. By analyzing these diverse influences, the essay concludes that the challenges to achieving a cohesive foreign policy far exceed the motivations for unity, reflecting the complexities within the Islamic nations.