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Question 1: Typically international negotiations proceed in stages; why? Taking either stratospheric ozone, climate change, or biodiversity, identify these main stages. Using your example, what are the strengths and weaknesses of proceeding in this fashion, both in general and specifically for this issue area. What is the difference between a protocol and an amendment? (1.5 pages)

• Approach:
  • Begin by explaining why international negotiations proceed in stages. Discuss the rationale behind breaking down complex issues into stages.
  • Choose one of the issues (stratospheric ozone, climate change, or biodiversity) and identify the main stages in the negotiation process for that issue.
  • Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of this staged approach, both in general and for the chosen issue.
  • Explain the difference between a protocol and an amendment in the context of international agreements.
• Sources:
  • Refer to your reading files for information on the negotiation stages and examples related to the chosen issue.
  • For the difference between a protocol and an amendment, you can refer to international environmental treaties like the Montreal Protocol and the Kyoto Protocol.

Question 2: Efforts to combat stratospheric ozone depletion are seen as the most effective global environmental governance regime. What are the different ways it is seen to be effective? (1 page)

• Approach:
  • Begin by explaining why efforts to combat stratospheric ozone depletion are considered effective.
  • Identify and discuss different aspects or ways in which this global environmental governance regime is seen as effective. This could include scientific success, compliance mechanisms, and international cooperation.
• Sources:
  • Your reading files likely contain information on the effectiveness of the Montreal Protocol in addressing ozone depletion.
  • You can also refer to academic articles or reports on the success of the Montreal Protocol in the preservation of the ozone layer.

Question 3: Identify and explain four moments in the history of global environmental governance and their political and legal significance for state-led GEG? (0.5 page)

• Approach:
  • Identify four key moments in the history of global environmental governance. These moments could include the establishment of significant international treaties or major environmental events.
  • For each moment, explain its political and legal significance for state-led global environmental governance (GEG). Discuss how these moments shaped international cooperation and policy development.
• Sources:
  • Refer to your reading files for historical examples and their significance in global environmental governance.
  • You can also explore academic articles or books on the history of international environmental agreements and governance.

Remember to provide proper citations in your paper, both in-text and in a citation page, to acknowledge the sources of your information and ideas. Additionally, be sure to use credible sources and maintain a coherent structure throughout your responses.

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