United Nations Flashcards
When was the UN funded?
in 1945
How many members does the UN have?
193 member countries
What do countries have to sign when they join the United Nations?
The United Nations charter which sets out basic principles of global governance and UN functions
What are the main aims of the UN?
- to maintain global peace and security
- develop friendly relations between nations
- use cooperation to solve international problems
- to bring counties together and settle disputes
What is the general assembley?
All 193 members are part of the general assembly giving it universal representation. Role is to discuss and debate peace and security
What is the security council?
Has 15 members, 5 are permanent it solves threats to peace by having each member vote. It can deliver economic sanctions and other means to resolve issues
What is the international court of justice?
The court settles legal disputes international law breaks submitted by member states. Aim of the court is to maintain peace between states and offer legal advice
What is UNESCO?
Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation. The aim of this organisation is to maintain peace through education, science, and culture. UNESCO’s main aim is to stand up for the freedom
expression.
What is UN peacekeeping?
Peacekeeping UN peacekeeping aims to bring peace to places of disruption and post-conflict.
UN’s peacekeeping forces are sent into areas of instability, with the aim to restore stability and order.
