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What is the primary aim of the United Nations?
What is the primary aim of the United Nations?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the United Nations?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the United Nations?
What percentage of the world's population is represented by the member states of the United Nations?
What percentage of the world's population is represented by the member states of the United Nations?
Which organization is specifically tasked with protecting human rights?
Which organization is specifically tasked with protecting human rights?
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What role does the UN play in humanitarian assistance?
What role does the UN play in humanitarian assistance?
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Which international organization functions primarily as a political and economic union of member states?
Which international organization functions primarily as a political and economic union of member states?
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Which function of the UN involves promoting international dialogues?
Which function of the UN involves promoting international dialogues?
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What does the UN promote to address global security concerns?
What does the UN promote to address global security concerns?
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What is the primary mission of UNICEF?
What is the primary mission of UNICEF?
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In what year was UNICEF established?
In what year was UNICEF established?
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Which of the following focuses primarily on international monetary cooperation?
Which of the following focuses primarily on international monetary cooperation?
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What is the main function of the World Bank?
What is the main function of the World Bank?
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Which organization is responsible for negotiating international trade agreements?
Which organization is responsible for negotiating international trade agreements?
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Which of the following is NOT part of BRICS?
Which of the following is NOT part of BRICS?
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How many member countries does the World Bank have?
How many member countries does the World Bank have?
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Which agency is known for providing emergency relief to children?
Which agency is known for providing emergency relief to children?
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What was established by the Treaty of Maastricht in 1993?
What was established by the Treaty of Maastricht in 1993?
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Which of the following is NOT a role of the European Union?
Which of the following is NOT a role of the European Union?
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What is the purpose of the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA)?
What is the purpose of the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA)?
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Which institution is responsible for enforcing laws within the EU?
Which institution is responsible for enforcing laws within the EU?
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When was ASEAN established?
When was ASEAN established?
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What type of cooperation does ASEAN primarily promote among its member states?
What type of cooperation does ASEAN primarily promote among its member states?
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Which of the following best describes the EU's approach to trade?
Which of the following best describes the EU's approach to trade?
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How does the EU ensure member states adhere to common policies?
How does the EU ensure member states adhere to common policies?
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What is the primary role of NATO?
What is the primary role of NATO?
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Which mechanism is part of the ASEAN's effort for environmental cooperation?
Which mechanism is part of the ASEAN's effort for environmental cooperation?
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Which organization is primarily focused on crisis management and conflict prevention?
Which organization is primarily focused on crisis management and conflict prevention?
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What is a key function of the ASEAN Secretariat?
What is a key function of the ASEAN Secretariat?
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What does NATO's nuclear deterrence capability protect its members from?
What does NATO's nuclear deterrence capability protect its members from?
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Which of the following best describes the ASEAN's focus on socio-cultural cooperation?
Which of the following best describes the ASEAN's focus on socio-cultural cooperation?
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What year was NATO established?
What year was NATO established?
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Which of the following roles is not associated with NATO?
Which of the following roles is not associated with NATO?
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What is the primary function of NATO among its member countries?
What is the primary function of NATO among its member countries?
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Which organization is responsible for coordinating international public health efforts?
Which organization is responsible for coordinating international public health efforts?
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What year was APEC established?
What year was APEC established?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the aims of APEC?
Which of the following is NOT one of the aims of APEC?
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Which global organization was founded on April 7, 1948?
Which global organization was founded on April 7, 1948?
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The ICC is established to prosecute individuals for which of the following?
The ICC is established to prosecute individuals for which of the following?
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Which of the following countries is NOT a member of APEC?
Which of the following countries is NOT a member of APEC?
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What is the primary goal of the International Criminal Court?
What is the primary goal of the International Criminal Court?
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Study Notes
International Organizations
- Various international organizations exist globally
- International organizations have specific functions and roles.
United Nations (UN)
- Founded in 1945
- Composed of 193 member states
- Aims to promote peace, cooperation, and development among nations
- Plays a crucial role in maintaining peace and security, promoting development, protecting human rights, and fostering international cooperation.
- Responsible for preventing and resolving conflicts, through various means including mediation, peacekeeping, and enforcement actions
- Supports efforts to eradicate poverty, promote education, and ensure access to healthcare
- Committed to protecting human rights for all people, establishing standards and norms for human rights
- Provides aid for humanitarian assistance. It coordinates relief efforts, delivers food, shelter, and other essential services for people affected by disasters, conflicts and emergencies.
- Promotes international cooperation and dialogue on issues such as climate change, trade, and public health
- Works to reduce the threat of nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons, promoting disarmament and non-proliferation efforts, and monitors compliance with international treaties
European Union (EU)
- Political and economic union of 27 member states in Europe
- Established by the Treaty of Maastricht in 1993
- Based on treaties and agreements among its members
- Designed to allow free movement of goods, services, capital, and people within member states
- Promotes trade, investment, and economic growth among members
- Develops common policies in areas such as agriculture, fisheries, environment, transport, and energy to ensure all member states adhere to common standards and regulations
- Coordinates foreign and security policies
- Includes negotiating international treaties, providing humanitarian aid, and promoting democracy and human rights
- Includes immigration, border control, and law enforcement policies, with the aim of promoting security and justice for all members
ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations)
- Regional intergovernmental organization of 10 Southeast Asian countries
- Aims to promote intergovernmental cooperation, economic, political, security, military, educational and socio-cultural integration
- Established in 1967 in Bangkok, Thailand
NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization)
- Military and political alliance composed of 30 countries from North America and Europe
- Established in 1949
- Headquarters are located in Brussels, Belgium
- Dedicated to providing collective defense for its member countries, and to addressing crisis management and conflict prevention.
- NATO plays a role in peacekeeping and stabilization missions around the world.
- Enhances defense capabilities through cooperation with partner countries, and with other international organizations such as the United Nations and the European Union.
- Maintains a strategic nuclear posture for nuclear deterrence.
APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation)
- Regional economic forum with 21 members
- Founded in 1989, aims to leverage economic interdependence within the Asia Pacific to promote balanced, sustainable, innovative and secure economic integration for people in the region
WHO (World Health Organization)
- Specialized agency of the United Nations
- Dedicated to promoting public health worldwide
- Established in 1948
- Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland
- Aims to coordinate international efforts for promoting public health, preventing and controlling diseases and improving health outcomes
ICC (International Criminal Court)
- Permanent international court located in The Hague, Netherlands
- First permanent international criminal court
- Established to prosecute individuals for genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression
- Plays a crucial role in fighting against impunity for international crimes, promoting accountability and ensuring justice for victims of these crimes.
UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund)
- Specialized agency of the United Nations
- Dedicated to promoting the well-being of children worldwide
IMF (International Monetary Fund)
- Specialized agency of the United Nations
- Established in 1944
- Promotes international monetary cooperation
- Facilitates international trade
- Promotes economic growth and stability, poverty reduction
- Focuses on macroeconomic issues
WB (World Bank)
- Promotes economic development and reduces poverty in developing countries
- Has 189 member countries
WTO (World Trade Organization)
- International organization promoting free and fair trade among member countries
- Established in 1995
- Negotiates and implements international trade agreements
- Resolves disputes between member countries
- Provides technical assistance and training
BRICS
- Group of emerging economies
- Formed in 2009
- Aims to promote economic development, political cooperation, development assistance, and cultural exchange between Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
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Explore the roles and functions of various international organizations, with a focus on the United Nations. Learn about its history, objectives, and how it aims to promote peace, human rights, and development on a global scale.
