Diplomacy & Politics Glossary
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3 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 Resolution
A binding decision adopted by the United Nations Security Council addressing issues of international peace and security.
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.
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2 termsVeto Override
A theoretical procedure in which the General Assembly or other body attempts to bypass a Security Council veto.
Veto Power
The ability of any of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council to reject a substantive draft resolution, preventing its adoption.