This analysis explores subsidiarity's role in enhancing global health law, suggesting its implications for decision-making.
Subsidiarity, a principle of justice rooted in law and political philosophy, remains largely overlooked in contemporary debates in international law. Its central idea is that decisions should be made as close as possible to those affected, with higher authorities intervening only when necessary. 1 This approach balances local agency with supportive solidarity, promoting cooperation that is both participatory and responsive. 2
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