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The United Nations. Model U.N. Historical Roots. FDR first uses the term “United Nations” in a speech against the Axis Powers January 1, 1942. Historical Roots. Representatives in San Francisco sign U.N. charter 50 nations June, 1945. Historical Roots.
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The United Nations Model U.N.
Historical Roots • FDR first uses the term “United Nations” in a speech against the Axis Powers • January 1, 1942
Historical Roots • Representatives in San Francisco sign U.N. charter • 50 nations • June, 1945
Historical Roots • U.N. comes into existence upon ratification • China, France, U.S., U.K., & U.S.S.R. are permanent members of Security Council
Main Aims • maintain international peace & security • develop friendly relations among nations • promote equal rights & self-determination • achieve international cooperation on human rights • be a center & forum to help nations achieve these goals
General Assembly carries the weight of world opinion Organization
ten 2-year members 9 votes to pass resolutions permanent members may veto deploys peacekeeping forces imposes sanctions issues cease-fire directives Security Council
Economic & Social Council (ECOSOC) deals with trade and social issues International Monetary Fund (IMF) World Health Organization (WHO) Trusteeship Council moves non-independents towards self-government International Court of Justice adjudicates at the Hague Secretariat international staff that carries out day-to-day operations Miscellaneous Organizations