نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
عنوان مقاله English
نویسندگان English
Objective: This article aims to analyze the Global Digital Compact by examining its objectives, legal nature, and structural shortcomings within the framework of international law. It further explores the mechanisms envisioned for its regional and global implementation, and seeks to situate the Compact within the broader context of the evolving international legal order and the future architecture of global digital governance.
Methods: The research adopts a descriptive-analytical methodology, It critically examines the Compact’s drafting process, its institutional design, and its proposed legal framework. Official UN documents, along with reports and statements by relevant international organizations, serve as the basis for assessing the Compact’s normative significance and its projected role in the international digital governance landscape.
Results: The rapid advancement of digital technology presents major global governance challenges. The UN's 2024 Global Digital Compact aims to create a shared framework for the digital world. However, critics worry it could worsen power imbalances and the digital divide. While a new UN office signals commitment, significant structural issues persist.
Conclusions: The study concludes that the Global Digital Compact marks a significant step toward establishing a coherent and inclusive framework for international digital governance. Anchored in a multi-stakeholder and human rights–based approach, it aspires to address the pressing risks and disruptions brought by emerging technologies. However, given the Compact’s non-binding character and the dynamic nature of technological evolution, its success will ultimately depend on sustained political will, robust global cooperation, and its integration within existing international legal mechanisms
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