Diplomacy & Politics Glossary
Every term you need — from Model UN procedure to international law, economics, and political theory. Clear definitions, real examples, and cross-linked concepts.
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D
2 termsDisarmament and International Security Committee
Also called DISEC, a main UNGA committee focused on disarmament, global security, and arms control.
DISEC
The Disarmament and International Security Committee addressing global security, disarmament, and peacekeeping.
E
2 termsEconomic and Social Council (ECOSOC)
A principal organ of the UN responsible for promoting international economic and social cooperation and development.
Environmental Programme
Also known as UNEP, a UN agency coordinating environmental activities and assisting developing countries in environmental policy.
H
3 termsHuman Rights Committee
Also known as SOCHUM, a UNGA committee focusing on human rights issues and humanitarian concerns worldwide.
Human Rights Committee (SOCHUM)
A committee of the UN General Assembly focused on social, humanitarian, and human rights issues.
Human Rights Council (SOCHUM)
A UN committee focused on issues related to human rights and humanitarian affairs.
I
4 termsIAEA
The International Atomic Energy Agency that promotes safe, secure, and peaceful use of nuclear technology.
International Atomic Energy Agency
The IAEA promotes safe, peaceful, and secure use of nuclear technology worldwide.
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
A UN-affiliated organization promoting safe, peaceful, and secure use of nuclear technology worldwide.
International Court of Justice (ICJ)
The principal judicial organ of the UN that settles legal disputes between states.
S
4 termsSecretariat
The administrative body of the UN responsible for executing day-to-day operations and supporting other organs.
Social, Humanitarian, and Cultural Committee
Also known as SOCHUM, a main UNGA committee focusing on human rights, humanitarian affairs, and social issues.
Social, Humanitarian, and Cultural Committee (SOCHUM)
A main UN General Assembly committee addressing human rights, humanitarian affairs, and social issues.
Special Political and Decolonization Committee (SPECPOL)
A main committee of the UN General Assembly focusing on decolonization, peacekeeping, and political issues.
U
4 termsUNEP
The United Nations Environment Programme coordinating global environmental activities and assisting developing countries.
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
A UN agency responsible for coordinating environmental activities and assisting developing countries in environmental policy.
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
A UN agency mandated to protect and support refugees and displaced persons worldwide.
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
A UN agency mandated to protect and support refugees worldwide.