The contemporary global governance architecture, composed mainly by post-World War II institutions such as the United Nations, the Bretton Woods system, and other intergovernmental organizations, has increasingly struggled to address 21st-century challenges. Climate change, socio-economic inequality, and geopolitical instability demand a more inclusive, decolonial, and adaptive approach. This book critically examines how emerging powers, particularly China, alongside Global South nations, are redefining governance paradigms to promote equitable and sustainable development. This volume brings together leading scholars to examine how emerging perspectives from China and other countries of the Global South and beyond contribute to the understanding and practice of global governance. As the existing international governance regimes struggle to address contemporary global challenges, this volume introduces diverse analytical frameworks and context-sensitive approaches that reflect the experiences and priorities of different state and non-state actors. The contributors offer insights into how sustainable development goals can be more equitably pursued through inclusive ideas and practical innovations rooted in local knowledge, developmental needs, and international collaboration.