Multilateral Development Diplomacy in Unctad: The Lessons of Group Negotiations, 1964-84

There has been very little critical analysis of the 'nuts and bolts' of international economic negotiations. This book therefore fills a yawning gap in the literature. Written by a long-term observer of international organizations and a UN staff member for over ten years, it is nevertheless an unbiased study from personal viewpoint. Neither a history of nor an apology for UNCTAD, it analyzes what happens (and does not happen) during intergovernmental bargaining, giving selected examples. It further puts forward proposals that could change the direction of the secretariat's work.