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Title:Reconstructing global governance networks: the case of the OECD test guidelines programme for the testing of chemicals PDF Logo
Authors:Herberg, Martin
Issue Date:2009
Series/Report no.:TranState working papers 104
Abstract:Using qualitative-sociological research methodology, the article explores the phenomenon of standard-setting by transnational administrative networks. Regarding both the enormous problem-solving capacity and the occurring threats for legitimacy, it is examined whether such network-like arrangements are capable of creating their own institutional safeguards and internal mechanisms of control and accountability. As an empirical case for a more detailed reconstruction, the OECD Test Guidelines Programme for the Testing of Chemicals was chosen. As will be argued, the initiative is an almost paradigmatic example for the emergence of specific checks and balances, and the institutionalization of principles such as fairness and impartiality in a sphere beyond the constitutional state.
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