Major paradigm shifts are occurring at rates that are difficult to keep up with, such as a rise in neoliberal paradigm trends, the emergence of new paradigms in response to global challenges, the role of international organizations in promoting new policy paradigms, and the challenges of implementing new policy paradigms in different national contexts. To remain informed, a reference of these shifts is needed. Global Trends in Governance and Policy Paradigms dissects the intricate fabric of global governance through the lens of evolving policy paradigms. This book explores key themes that have shaped and continue to influence the trajectory of global policy and contemporary governance.

The narrative unfolds by scrutinizing the ascendancy of the neoliberal paradigm and dissecting its impact on global governance structures. Beyond this, the text navigates through the dynamic responses of the international community to emerging global challenges, highlighting the role of influential international organizations in shaping and propagating innovative policy paradigms.

This book establishes a comprehensive framework for understanding evidence-based policymaking, a crucial facet in the evolving discourse of global governance. Each chapter meticulously examines diverse dimensions, from the intersection of artificial intelligence and public policy to the intricacies of Islamic governance and the implications of emerging technologies on regulatory frameworks.

The book serves as an intellectual lodestar for scholars and policymakers. It is poised to make a profound impact on the field of public policy by presenting an exhaustive overview of existing paradigms and contributing fresh perspectives on the challenges and opportunities inherent in the adoption of new policy frameworks across diverse national contexts. Policymakers in governmental spheres, international organizations, and the private sector will find in its pages a trove of insights crucial for navigating the complexities of modern governance. Practitioners engaged in development, social justice, environmental sustainability, and global health governance will discover pragmatic applications, rendering this work an invaluable resource for shaping the future of policy and governance. This book mirrors the multifaceted nature of the global governance landscape, from climate change policy and international cooperation to the intricacies of digital citizenship and governance.

Coverage:

The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:

Artificial Intelligence in Governance
Climate Change Policy
Digital Transformation in Governance
E-Government Initiatives
Environmental and Social Governance
Evidence-Based Policymaking
Financial Sustainability
Global Health Governance
International Organizations
Islamic Governance
Leadership in Public Policy
Migration Policies
Neoliberal Paradigm
NGOs and Public Participation
Sustainable Development Goals

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Editor/Author Biographies

Mahani Hamdan is Senior Assistant Professor in Accounting and Finance at UBD School of Business and Economics, and also serves as Director for the Institute of Policy Studies and Institute for Leadership, Innovation and Advancement, Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD). She obtained her first degree in Accounting and Financial Management from the University of Sheffield; a Master degree with distinction from the University of Leeds; and PhD from Queensland University of Technology in the field of organisational management and psychology. She learned about public policies, governance and politics during her post-doctoral period at Goldman School of Public Policy, University of California, Berkeley, through the Independent Leader Scholar Programme. Her current research interests are in the areas of accounting for non-public interest entities, operational excellence, leadership, public finance and governance. She is the co-author of Brunei Darussalam: Making Strides with a Renewed Focus on the Future for Southeast Asian Affairs 2019, and co-editor of Stability, Growth and Sustainability: Catalysts for Socio-economic Development in Brunei Darussalam in 2023 published by ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute. Besides teaching, research, and administrative services in UBD, she is also a member of Brunei Darussalam Accounting Standards Council and Income Tax Board of Review.

Muhammad Anshari is a Senior Assistant Professor in Business Information Systems at the Universiti Brunei Darussalam School of Business and Economics (UBDSBE), and currently serves as Deputy Director for the Institute of Policy Studies. He has been named on the Stanford University List of Top 2% World Researchers since 2022 for the categories of ICT, Business & Management. Together with colleagues from UBDSBE and IPS, winning the Outstanding Paper award at the Emerald Literati Awards 2023 for two published papers. Patent Impact: His research has also been referenced in two patents, US Patent 10,999,416, 2021, and US Patent 11,489,906, 2022. Following the completion of his PhD at FBEPS UBD, Dr. Anshari worked as a research fellow at National Taiwan University. Before that, in 2009, he was a research fellow at King Saud University, Saudi Arabia.

Norainie Ahmad works for the Institute of Policy Studies at the University of Brunei Darussalam. Her research areas include Social Policy; Family Demography; Women's Studies and Gender; Public Policy & Policy Analysis. She has been affiliated with St. Cross College, Oxford University, Oxford Institute of Population Ageing, and the Sociology Department at Oxford University.

Emil Ali is a lecturer and researcher at the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS), Universiti Brunei Darussalam. Prior to this, he started his career as an Education Officer working with the Ministry of Education. He obtained his first degree in Business Economics and Finance from the University of Loughborough; and his Master’s degree in Public Administration (MPA) with distinction from the University of York, United Kingdom. His research interests are in the areas of public-sector finance with a special interest in Public-Private Partnerships. His recent publications include “Public Private Partnerships in Small States: The Case of Brunei Darussalam”; “COVID-19, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Challenges and Policy Implications”. AI & Soc. He currently works on his PhD research with a topic on “Evaluating Risk in the Management of UK Waste Public-Private Partnerships.”

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