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WEEK 7 Contemp
WEEK 7 Contemp
1. The UN General Assembly – is the main decision making and representative assembly and is responsible
for upholding the principles of the UN through its policies and recommendations.
- It is composed of all member states and headed by a president elected by the member states.
2. The UN Security Council – can authorize the deployment of UN member states militaries, can mandate a
cease-fire during conflicts, and can enforce penalties on countries if they do not comply with given mandates.
3. The International Court of Justice – can settle, according to international law, legal disputes between
States and give opinions, mostly advisory, on legal questions brought it by UN organs and agencies.
4. The Economic and Social Council – assist the UN General Assembly in promoting economic and social
development, as well as cooperation of member states
5. The Secretariat – headed by the Secretary-General, provides studies, information, and other mandates
when needed by other UN branches for their meetings.