Inter-connectedness among the various challenges the world faces need more coordination among the nation-states, but it is paradoxical that they are less willing to cooperate and collaborate in tackling them. In light of this, examine the common challenges and the reasons for declining cooperation at the international level. 10 marks

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https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/the-message-in-the-peace-nobel-multilateralism/article32865518.ece
In the intro, mention the latest common challenge like corona pandemic which requires coordination at the international level.
In the body, discuss in detail the challenges like poverty, hunger, climate change, maintenance of peace, barriers to international trade etc. In the next part, discuss the reasons like growing nationalism, protectionism, the rise of right-wing politics, etc.
Conclude by mentioning the need for more adoption of multilateralism.