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UN Aims?To save succeeding generations from the scourge of war.
UN Mission?To maintin international peace and security and to promote friendly relations between countries.
UN's Predecessor?the League of Nations.
When was the UN established?24th October 1945.
How many Countries are members?192.
who is not a member of the UN?Taiwan and The Vatican.
Who is the newest member of the UN?Montenegro in 2006.
What is the structure of the UN?General Assembly, Security Council, Economic and Social Council, International Court of Justice, Secretariat,
What is the General Assembly?The Main forum for debate and the only body that has reps from all member countries.
What is the Security Council?Council tasked with global peace and security.
Who are the permanent members of the security council?USA, UK, China, France, Russia
Where is the International Court of Justice?The Hague
What is the International Court of Justice?International Judicial body to settle legal disputes submitted by states.
What is the Secretariat?Administers the day to day running of the UN.
Who is the Secretary General?Ban Ki-moon, from South Korea.
Who was the last Secretary General?Kofi Anan, from Ghana.

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Creator zoot
Created September 9, 2008
Group OASC
Subject united nations
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