7.4 how has Britain's overseas policy been influenced by its role in the UN?

Question 1

When was the UN charter established and who were the founding members?

Answer 1

-1945
-China, the USSR, France, the USA and the UK

Question 2

What were the key ideas of the UN charter?

Answer 2

-Maintenance of international peace and security
-Prevention of aggression
-Peaceful settlements of international disputes
-Promotion of human rights
-Addressing economic, social and political issues

Question 3

Why were Britain criticised in the UN Charter?

Answer 3

-For still maintaining an Empire
-This was seen as hypocritical of Britain as it didn’t comply with the idea of human rights for all

Question 4

Why did Britain usually use their veto?

Answer 4

-In an attempt to change imperialistic views

Question 5

What were all of Britain’s vetoes?

Answer 5

-The first was during the 1956 Suez Crisis
-Along with from 1963-1973 where they were accused of White supremacy in Rhodesia
-Thatcher also supported the US’s veto to bomb Libya