There are several actors and as many view
points in a given society. Good governance
requires mediation of the different interests in
society to reach a broad consensus in society
on what is in the best interest of the whole
community and how this can be achieved. It
also requires a broad and long-term
perspective on what is needed for
sustainable human development and how to
achieve the goals of such development. This
can only result from an understanding of the
historical, cultural and social contexts of a
given society or community.