Abstract

This study aims to examine determining factors for compliance within the OECD DAC framework on the basis of a case study of South Korea. This research argues that the fragmented institutional structure limits the capability of change for compliance, and thus, domestic institutional structure has a strong relation to the bureaucratic capability of the states for compliance. At the same time, the findings evidently illustrate that the lack of interest from dominant institutions can limit the achievement of a consolidated political will to change at the national level. This study provides implications for future DAC donors that special reviews and peer reviews can be useful methodologies to identify current limitations for change and conceptualise the international norms in domestic policies. Finally, the implications of the study emphasise the importance of one consolidated political will regarding the readiness for change towards global standards at the domestic level before commencing the membership and obligatory processes.

Recommended Citation

Sojin Lim (2012) "Determinants for Compliance: Implementing the OECD DAC Principles in South Korea and the Implications for Future DAC Member States," Globalizations: Vol. 11 : Iss. 5, Article 3.
Available at: http://services.bepress.com/globalizations/vol11/iss5/art3