This article analyzes the evolution of the OECD over half a century, from 1961 to 2011, from two perspectives: phases in the international political economy and the literature on IPE. By so doing, we uncover two paradoxes. Firstly, we find that the organization’s evolution closely mirrored...

Recognising the declining weight of its members in the world economy, the OECD, formerly known as a ‘club of rich, industrialised nations,’ is undergoing unprecedented organizational reform, including a more inclusive membership logic, engagement with new global players, and outreach to...