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Governance arrangements lacking legitimacy and inclusiveness risk undermining Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions), and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), while also affecting international cooperation under SDG 17.Drawing on a qualitative literature review and a case study of the SRM Non-Use Agreement, the article examines the evolution of SRM debates and the structural factors shaping participation in governance discussions. The analysis highlights persistent Global South underrepresentation and explores institutional mechanisms capable of embedding transparency, participation, and ethical safeguards in emerging SRM governance frameworks.By linking SRM governance debates with principles such as Common but Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities (CBDR-RC), the article proposes governance mechanisms aimed at strengthening transparency, consent-based decision-making, and capacity-building. These mechanisms translate climate justice principles into practical governance requirements relevant to emerging SRM research and policy discussions.\u200b<\/jats:p>","DOI":"10.2139\/ssrn.6408367","type":"posted-content","created":{"date-parts":[[2026,3,13]],"date-time":"2026-03-13T13:52:06Z","timestamp":1773409926000},"source":"Crossref","is-referenced-by-count":0,"title":["Is the Global South still absent from the SRM governance arena? 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