How does globalization redefine national sovereignty today? Saskia Sassen’s seminal work dissects the intricate forces challenging state power, from global capital markets to international human rights regimes. Discover how supranational institutions and transnational legal codes are reshaping governance, creating new arenas for power and accountability beyond the nation-state. This essential analysis clarifies the complex transformations impacting territoriality and governance structures, vital for understanding contemporary global economic and political shifts relevant to India’s evolving role. A must-read for students and professionals in political science and international relations.