This analysis explores the structural characteristics of IGOs to understand which features—such as spatial scope, thematic breadth, coordination mechanisms, and strategic diversification—are most associated with long-term institutional endurance. Using normalized metrics and composite indicators, the visualizations below reveal patterns in design diversity, specialization, and adaptive capacity, offering insights beyond basic descriptive statistics.

Organisational Density, Niche Differentiation, and Adaptive Capacity in Global Ocean Economy Governance

Embeddedness, Legitimacy, and Efficacy in Global Ocean Economy Governance

IGOs with stronger institutional design features — including earlier establishment, treaty-based authority, broad jurisdictional scope, diversified objectives/strategies, and robust vertical/horizontal coordination are more likely to endure and remain effective actors in global ocean economy governance, compared to IGOs with narrower mandates, weaker legal bases, or limited coordination capacity.