The Liberal International Order under pressure. Why inequality matters

Focusing on the interplay between inequality and the Liberal International Order (LIO), this seminar paper explores how economic disparities threaten liberal democracy. Inspired by lectures from prominent scholars, the research investigates why inequality exerts pressure on the LIO, positing that this issue has evolved politically over the past seventy years. It highlights the transition of inequality from an economic concern to a pressing political matter, providing a nuanced analysis of its implications for global governance and democratic stability.