The New United Nations

Author : John Allphin Moore, Jr.,Jerry Pubantz
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2015-09-21
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317343257

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The New United Nations by John Allphin Moore, Jr.,Jerry Pubantz Pdf

A comprehensive guide to the world body's institutions, procedures, policies, specialized agencies, historic personalities, initiatives, and involvement in world affairs, The New United Nations is organized thematically, blending both topical and chronological explanations making reference to current scholarly terms and theories. The first textbook of its kind on the market, it presents the UN in its evolving role in this new era since the Cold War and shows its responsibilities for meeting challenges to the global community.

Author : United Nations
Publisher : UN
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : International courts
ISBN : 9211012945

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Charter of the United Nations and Statute of the International Court of Justice by United Nations Pdf

The Charter of the United Nations was signed in 1945 by 51 countries representing all continents, paving the way for the creation of the United Nations on 24 October 1945. The Statute of the International Court of Justice forms part of the Charter. The aim of the Charter is to save humanity from war; to reaffirm human rights and the dignity and worth of the human person; to proclaim the equal rights of men and women and of nations large and small; and to promote the prosperity of all humankind. The Charter is the foundation of international peace and security.

Author : Dimitris Bourantonis,Jarrod Wiener
Publisher : Springer
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2016-07-27
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781349239221

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The United Nations in the New World Order by Dimitris Bourantonis,Jarrod Wiener Pdf

With the end of the Cold War, the UN has shown a new dynamism, reflecting a qualitative change in attitudes and perceptions of the international community. The focus of the book is on the ability of the UN to sustain this new dynamism in the years ahead. It will examine the roles of the UN in the vital areas of international peace and security as well as in the realms of human rights, disarmament and arms control and economic development. The contributors, who are experts in the UN system, address the conditions which can make the UN more effective and present suggestions on the ways to improve the utilization of the world organisation so as to increase its efficacy.

Author : Karen A. Mingst,Margaret P. Karns,Alynna J. Lyon
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2022-03-31
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781000537680

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The United Nations in the 21st Century by Karen A. Mingst,Margaret P. Karns,Alynna J. Lyon Pdf

The United Nations in the 21st Century, Sixth Edition, provides a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to the UN. It explores the historical, institutional, and theoretical foundations of the UN as well as major global trends and challenges facing the organization today, including changing major power dynamics, new threats to peace and security, the migration and refugee crises, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the existential challenges of climate change and sustainability. Thoroughly revised and expanded, it contains two new chapters on the UN and the environment and on human security, including issues of health, food security, global migration, and human trafficking. There is enhanced analysis of theoretical perspectives on post-colonialism, feminist theory, constructivism, and non-Western views. New content has also been added on the UN’s budget crisis, public–private partnerships, and the role of women in the organization. By examining the UN as an intergovernmental organization facing the broader need for global cooperation to address economic, social, and environmental interdependencies alongside the threats posed by rising nationalism and populism, this popular text is the perfect reference for all students and practitioners of international organizations, global governance, and international relations.

Author : David J. Whittaker
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2002-11-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781135370398

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The United Nations In Action by David J. Whittaker Pdf

This is a clear survey of the role played by the United Nations in the major political crises of the post-war world. In covering its high-profile, peace-keeping role, its support of new nations, and its involvement in new initiatives such as famine relief and drug control, the author presents an introduction to the UN in action.

Author : Julie A Mertus,Julie Mertus
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2010-04-05
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781134008025

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The United Nations and Human Rights by Julie A Mertus,Julie Mertus Pdf

The fully revised and updated second edition not only provides a complete guide to the development, structure and procedures within the UN human rights system, but also this reflects the vital changes that have occurred within the UN system.

Author : United Nations. Department of Public Information,United Nations
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : United Nations
ISBN : OCLC:123382688

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Basic Facts about the United Nations by United Nations. Department of Public Information,United Nations Pdf

Author : W. Knight
Publisher : Springer
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2000-10-19
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780333984420

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A Changing United Nations by W. Knight Pdf

The United Nations is at a critical juncture. It is faced with two distinct choices: to remain a 'decision frozen in time' or to develop a long-term adaptation agenda (and strategy) that would allow it to be a relevant institution of global governance for the twenty-first century. Reform and reflexive institutional adjustments have failed to address underlying problems facing this organization. After fifty-five years of existence it is still considered an inefficient and ineffective world body. Worse yet, its relevance is being questioned. This study offers a critique of existing UN change processes and then shifts focus to considerations of institutional learning strategies that would allow the UN to maintain relevance amidst the evolution of global governance arrangements.

Author : Sabita Mohapatra
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 302 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2018-02-28
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781351987011

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Climate Change, New Security Challenges and the United Nations by Sabita Mohapatra Pdf

Climate change affects human health in all sectors of society, both domestically & globally. The sea-level rise, changes in precipitation resulting in flooding & drought, heat waves, more intense hurricanes & storms, and degraded air quality, affect human health. This book is an attempt to unravel the new non-traditional challenges that the UN will face in coming decades if the states fail to keep the climate change fixed at the threshold of 2 degrees Celsius as agreed at the COP 21 conference in Paris by all the states results in intra and inter-state conflict. Please note: Taylor & Francis does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

Author : John E. Trent,Laura Schnurr
Publisher : Verlag Barbara Budrich
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2017-12-04
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783847412168

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A United Nations Renaissance by John E. Trent,Laura Schnurr Pdf

This short introduction to the United Nations analyzes the organization as itis today, and how it can be transformed to respond to its critics. Combiningessential information about its history and workings with practical proposalsof how it can be strengthened, Trent and Schnurr examine what needs to bedone, and also how we can actually move toward the required reforms. Thisbook is written for a new generation of change-makers — a generation seekingbetter institutions that reflect the realities of the 21st century and that can actcollectively in the interest of all.

Author : Jussi M. Hanhimäki
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2015-05-05
Category : History
ISBN : 9780190222727

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The United Nations: A Very Short Introduction by Jussi M. Hanhimäki Pdf

After seven decades of existence has the UN become obsolete? Is it ripe for retirement? As Jussi Hanhimäki proves in the second edition of this Very Short Introduction, the answer is no. In the second decade of the twenty-first century the UN remains an indispensable organization that continues to save lives and improve the world as its founders hoped. Since its original publication in 2008, this 2nd edition includes more recent examples of the UN Security Council in action and peacekeeping efforts while exploring its most recent successes and failures. After a brief history of the United Nations and its predecessor, the League of Nations, Hanhimäki examines the UN's successes and failures as a guardian of international peace and security, as a promoter of human rights, as a protector of international law, and as an engineer of socio-economic development. This updated edition highlights what continues to make the UN a complicated organization today, and the ongoing challenges between its ambitions and capabilities. Hanhimäki also provides a clear account of the UN and its various arms and organizations (such as UNESCO and UNICEF), and offers a critical overview of the UN Security Council's involvement in recent crises in Iran, Afghanistan, Iraq, Ukraine, Libya, and Syria, and how likely it is to meet its overall goals in the future. Regardless of its obstacles, the UN is likely to survive for the foreseeable future. That alone makes trying to understand the UN in all its manifold - magnificent and frustrating - complexity a worthy task. With this much-needed updated introduction to the UN, Jussi Hanhimäki engages the current debate over the organizations effectiveness as he provides a clear understanding of how it was originally conceived, how it has come to its present form, and how it must confront new challenges in a rapidly changing world. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

Author : Philippe Lombaerde,Francis Baert,Tânia Felício
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2012-02-07
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789400727519

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The United Nations and the Regions by Philippe Lombaerde,Francis Baert,Tânia Felício Pdf

This unique book investigates the implications of the rising importance of supra-national regional organizations for global governance in general, and for the United Nations, in particular. It touches upon issues such as regional representation at the UN, high-level dialogues with regional organisations, as well as the coordination of UN member states’ voting behaviour in the UN General Assembly and the UN Security Council. The book further explores the regional dimension and coordination of UN operations in areas such as peace and security, human rights, and sustainable development. The contributions to the book are both in-depth chapters and shorter viewpoints, written by a combination of academics, policy-makers at regional organizations, and experts from international think tanks. The book is essential reading for anyone interested in the future of global governance.

Author : United Nations
Publisher : UN
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2012-05
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9211012600

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Permanent Missions to the United Nations by United Nations Pdf

This publication, often referred to as the "Blue Book," lists the names, addresses, emails, website URLs and phone numbers of all diplomatic representatives to the United Nations headquarters in New York City. This includes UN Member States maintaining permanent missions in the City; Non-member Observer States and entities; intergovernmental organizations; other entities; specialized agencies maintaining liaison offices at headquarters, as well as members of the principal organs of the United Nations and members of other standing organs of the UN. This publication is written in conjunction with the United Nations Protocol and Liaison Service at headquarters.

Author : Thomas G. Weiss
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 573 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2019-10-22
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781000028928

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The United Nations and Changing World Politics by Thomas G. Weiss Pdf

This completely revised and updated eighth edition serves as the definitive text for courses in which the United Nations is either the focus or a central component. Built around three critical themes in international relations (peace and security, human rights and humanitarian affairs, and sustainable human development) the eighth edition of The United Nations and Changing World Politics guides students through the seven turbulent decades of UN politics. This new edition is fully revised to incorporate recent developments on the international stage, including new peace operations in Mali and the Central African Republic; ongoing UN efforts to manage the crises in Libya, Syria, and Iraq; the Iran Nuclear Deal; and the new Sustainable Development Goals. The authors discuss how international law frames the controversies at the UN and guides how the UN responds to violence and insecurity, gross violations of human rights, poverty, underdevelopment, and environmental degradation. Students of all levels will learn that the UN is a complex organization, comprised of three interactive entities that cooperate and also compete with each other to define and advance the UN's principles and purposes.

Author : Cedric De Coning,Mateja Peter
Publisher : Springer
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2018-01-01
Category : Conflict management
ISBN : 9783319991061

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United Nations Peace Operations in a Changing Global Order by Cedric De Coning,Mateja Peter Pdf

"This book is essential for enhancing one's understanding of international conflict and for the continued relevance of the UN as a key stakeholder and participant in world affairs." --Maj. Gen. Kristin Lund, Head of Mission and Chief of Staff, UN peacekeeping mission in the Middle East (UNTSO) "This outstanding collection is a must-read for anyone interested in the challenges of peacekeeping today." --Dr. Lise Howard, Georgetown University, USA "I would recommend this book to policy makers, peacekeepers and scholars who wish to understand and improve the effectiveness of modern peacekeeping." --Lt. Gen. Carlos Alberto dos Santos Cruz, former Force Commander in the UN missions in the DRC (MONUSCO) and Haiti (MINUSTAH) "This exceptional collection of analyses by experts from both the global North and South will be of interest to practitioners and scholars alike - highly recommended." --Prof. Ramesh Thakur, Australian National University This open access volume explores how UN peace operations are adapting to four trends in the changing global order: (1) the rebalancing of relations between states of the global North and the global South; (2) the rise of regional organisations as providers of peace; (3) the rise of violent extremism and fundamentalist non-state actors; and (4) increasing demands from non-state actors for greater emphasis on human security. It identifies emerging conflict and peace trends (robustness of responses, rise of non-state threats, cross-state conflicts) and puts them in the context of tectonic shifts in the global order (rise of emerging powers, North-South rebalancing, emergence of regional organisations as providers of peace). The volume stimulates a discussion between practitioners and academics, offering an analysis of how the international community collectively makes sense of the changing global order and its implications for UN peace operations. Cedric de Coning is Senior Research Fellow at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs (NUPI), Norway and Senior Advisor for the African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (ACCORD), South Africa. Mateja Peter is Lecturer at the University of St. Andrews, UK and Senior Research Fellow at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs (NUPI), Norway.