Le organizzazioni internazionali

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16 May 202103:29

Summary

TLDRThis transcript explores the role of major international organizations, including the United Nations (UN), the International Criminal Court (ICC), the Council of Europe, the World Trade Organization (WTO), the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and the World Bank (WB). It outlines their functions in promoting peace, human rights, global trade, economic cooperation, and addressing global issues like hunger and health. It also details the structure and key organs of these organizations, such as the UN General Assembly, Security Council, and specialized agencies like UNICEF and UNESCO, which support various global initiatives.

Takeaways

  • 😀 International organizations are formed by multiple states to achieve common interests through global interventions and regulations.
  • 😀 The United Nations (UN) is a universal organization founded in 1945 to maintain international peace and security, promote human rights, and address global issues.
  • 😀 The UN consists of 193 member states and has major bodies, including the General Assembly, Security Council, and the Secretary-General.
  • 😀 The General Assembly of the UN acts like a parliament where each state has one vote, discussing global issues and making non-binding recommendations.
  • 😀 The Security Council is the most powerful UN body, consisting of 5 permanent members (China, France, Russia, UK, USA) with veto rights, and 10 non-permanent members.
  • 😀 The UN Secretary-General, elected by the General Assembly, holds executive, representative, and peace mediation roles.
  • 😀 The UN operates through specialized agencies like UNICEF (children's rights), UNESCO (culture and education), UNHCR (refugee protection), FAO (fighting hunger), and WHO (global health).
  • 😀 The International Criminal Court (ICC) based in The Hague judges individuals for grave crimes like genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes.
  • 😀 The Council of Europe, established in 1949, promotes European cooperation, particularly for human rights protection, through documents like the European Convention on Human Rights.
  • 😀 The World Trade Organization (WTO) aims to liberalize global trade by reducing customs tariffs, while the International Monetary Fund (IMF) promotes monetary cooperation and economic growth.
  • 😀 The World Bank (WB) provides financial support to countries facing budgetary challenges.

Q & A

  • What are international organizations?

    -International organizations are institutions formed by multiple states to achieve common goals through interventions and norms that apply globally.

  • What is the United Nations (UN) and what is its main purpose?

    -The United Nations (UN) is a universal organization founded in 1945 with the goal of maintaining international peace and security, cooperating on international problem-solving, and promoting respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms.

  • How many member states are there in the United Nations?

    -The United Nations has 193 member states out of a total of 205 countries worldwide.

  • What is the function of the General Assembly in the United Nations?

    -The General Assembly is a forum where each state has one vote, based on the principle of sovereign equality. It discusses urgent global issues and issues non-binding recommendations.

  • How is the Security Council of the United Nations structured?

    -The Security Council is composed of 10 non-permanent members and 5 permanent members: China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. It makes decisions by a majority of 9 votes, with permanent members holding veto power.

  • What role does the UN Secretary-General play?

    -The UN Secretary-General is the highest official in the UN, elected by the General Assembly. They have executive and representative duties and serve as a peace mediator.

  • What are some specialized agencies of the United Nations?

    -Some specialized UN agencies include UNICEF (protecting children's rights), UNESCO (promoting peace through culture and education), UNHCR (providing international protection and aid to refugees), FAO (fighting global hunger), and WHO (addressing global health issues).

  • What is the International Criminal Court (ICC), and where is it located?

    -The International Criminal Court (ICC) is based in The Hague and is responsible for prosecuting individuals who have committed serious crimes such as genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes.

  • What is the role of the Council of Europe?

    -The Council of Europe, established in 1949, promotes initiatives to solve common problems among European countries, primarily focusing on the protection of human rights. Its main legal instrument is the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR).

  • What is the role of the World Trade Organization (WTO)?

    -The WTO works to liberalize global trade by reducing tariffs and other trade barriers to facilitate easier commerce between countries.

  • What are the functions of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank (WB)?

    -The IMF promotes international monetary cooperation and supports global economic growth. The World Bank provides financial assistance to countries facing budgetary difficulties.

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