The second episode in the NAVIGATOR project podcast series is now live! In this episode, Prof. Ole Jacob Sending from the Norwegian Institute for International Affairs (NUPI) takes us behind the scenes of the innovative methodology driving the project.

Prof. Sending explains his leadership role in shaping the theory and methods of the NAVIGATOR project. With extensive experience in analyzing the evolving landscape of global governance, he highlights how the rise of non-state actors presents significant challenges and opportunities. Additionally, he discusses the importance of  the “search costs,” which help the EU and member states identify suitable organizations to support and align with their goals amid increasing complexity.

In this episode, Prof. Sending:

• Introduces the methodology and the theory shaping the NAVIGATOR project.
• Discusses the global governance landscape and the growing influence of non-state actors.
• Highlights the significance of search costs in navigating complex relationships.
• Explains the project’s methodological approach, including mapping exercises, case studies, and workshops across the globe.

In the next episode, Dr. Daniel Müth from the Vrij Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) will tell us more on his work within the project’s work package on climate change. Stay with us as we continue to explore how the EU navigates multilateralism in today’s world!