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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3 termsEconomic and Social Council
A principal UN organ responsible for coordinating economic, social, and related work among UN agencies.
Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)
A principal organ of the UN responsible for promoting international economic and social cooperation and development.
ECOSOC
The Economic and Social Council of the UN responsible for promoting international economic and social cooperation and development.
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2 termsNon-Governmental Organization
An independent group that participates in UN activities without government affiliation or voting rights.
Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)
An independent organization that participates in UN activities and advocacy but is not a member state.
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4 termsP5
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.
Preambulatory Clause
A section in a resolution that provides background, context, and justification for the actions proposed in the operative clauses.
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8 termsSecurity Council
One of the six principal organs of the UN responsible for maintaining international peace and security with fifteen member states, including five permanent members with veto power.
Security Council (UNSC)
The UN organ responsible for maintaining international peace and security with authority to impose sanctions.
Security Council Resolution
A binding decision adopted by the United Nations Security Council addressing issues of international peace and security.
SOCHUM
The Social, Humanitarian, and Cultural Committee of the UN General Assembly focusing on human rights and social issues.
Special Political and Decolonization Committee
A main UNGA committee focused on political issues, decolonization, peacekeeping, and related matters.
Special Political and Decolonization Committee (SPECPOL)
A main committee of the UN General Assembly focusing on decolonization, peacekeeping, and political issues.
Specialized Agency
An autonomous organization affiliated with the UN that focuses on specific areas like health, labor, or agriculture.
Subsidiary Body
A committee or working group established under a main UN organ to focus on specific issues.
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5 termsUNHCR
The United Nations agency responsible for protecting and supporting refugees and displaced persons worldwide.
UNICEF
The United Nations agency responsible for providing humanitarian and developmental aid to children worldwide.
United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)
A principal UN organ responsible for promoting international economic and social cooperation and development.
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 (UNHCR)
A UN agency mandated to protect and support refugees worldwide.