Globalization transcends borders and cultures as it emerges from the natural flow of information and communication technologies and as a directed and driven quest for global hegemony by selfserving corporations and world political heavyweights. It bears a multifaceted web of influence that manifests in inequalities in growth, prosperity, and accountability in varying social, cultural, and economic contexts. The solution calls for sustainable development to be grounded in communitybased institutions while governments seek growth through market expansion worldwide. Concerns for public health, climate change, and sustainable energy are growing in the global village and understanding the multidimensional chess game is key to survival. The present book is a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach that draws on knowledge sources across the social sciences. The target audience for this book is academics, students, civil servants, researchers, and policy advisers teaching and studying public administration and public policy, thinking about administrative changes, and working in a global setting.