This study analyzes the evolution of South Korean unification movement non-governmental organizations and evaluates how multilevel governance can serve as an alternative framework for future unification policy. While Cold War dynamics constrained inter-Korean relations, the post-Cold War environment diversified actors and interests, exposing the limitations of state-centered governance. Drawing on European multilevel governance theory, this paper argues that unification governance must expand beyond hierarchical state control to include local governments, civil society, international organizations, and private corporations. The analysis highlights structural limitations in existing governance models and proposes a multi-actor, cross-border governance framework suitable for the complex geopolitical environment of the Korean Peninsula. Policy recommendations are offered to strengthen institutional design, enhance non-governmental organization capacity, and promote regional cooperation.
목차
Abstract 1. Introduction 2. Materials and methods 2.1. Evolution of Unification Movement NGOs 2.2. Multi-Level Governance: Concept and Relevance 3. Results 3.1. Three Types of Governance 3.2. Characteristics of Multi-Level Governance 3.3. Multi-Dimensional Governance 3.4. Governance Interaction Across Levels 4. Discussion 5. Conclusions References
키워드
Korean PeninsulaUnification Non-Governmental OrganizationsMultilevel GovernanceCivil SocietyRegional Cooperation
저자
Hunil Ra [ Department of North Korean Studies from Dongguk Univ., Seoul, Korea ]
Corresponding Author
Inho Cho [ Design Mecha Co., Ltd, Asan 31414, Korea ]
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간행물
간행물명
The Journal of Sciences and Innovation for Sustainable Peace(구 The journal of Hyojeong Academia)
간기
반년간
pISSN
2982-9305
수록기간
2023~2026
십진분류
KDC 238DDC 289
이 권호 내 다른 논문 / The Journal of Sciences and Innovation for Sustainable Peace(구 The journal of Hyojeong Academia) Vol. 4 No. 1