<P> Classical pluralism was criticized as it did not seem to apply to Westminster - style democracies or the European context . This led to the development of corporatist theories . Corporatism is the idea that a few select interest groups are actually (often formally) involved in the policy formulation process, to the exclusion of the myriad other' interest groups' . For example, trade unions and major sectoral business associations are often consulted about (if not the drivers of) specific policies . </P> <P> These policies often concern tripartite relations between workers, employers and the state, with a coordinating role for the latter . The state constructs a framework in which it can address the political and economic issues with these organized and centralized groups . In this view, parliament and party politics lose influence in the policy forming process . </P> <P> From the political aspect,' pluralism' has a huge effect on the process and decision - making in formulating policy . In international security, during the policy making process, different parties may have a chance to take part in decision making . The one who has more power, the more opportunity that it gains and the higher possibility to get what it wants . According to M. Frances (1991), "decision making appears to be a maze of influence and power ." </P>

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