Security Council Simulation — Glossary
Key terms and definitions from the Security Council Simulation course. Each term links to a full explanation.
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The five permanent members of the UN Security Council: China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Peacekeeping Operation
A UN mission deploying military and civilian personnel to help maintain peace and security in conflict areas.
Permanent Five
The five permanent members of the UN Security Council with veto power: China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
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2 termsSanctions Committee
A UN Security Council body responsible for overseeing the implementation of sanctions regimes against states or entities.
Security Council Veto
The power of any of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council to unilaterally block the adoption of a substantive resolution.