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United Nations

2024

The United Nations (UN) is an international organization composed of 193 member states, focused on “maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations and promoting social progress, better living standards and human rights.” It facilitates discussions around the multitude of political, social, and economic views held by the member states, especially in times of conflict. Its widespread work includes peacekeeping, peacebuilding, conflict prevention, and humanitarian assistance, creating rippling effects for global health.

The United Nations consists of various other multilateral organizations, and individuals can access a compilation of major reports, country profiles, a data portal, and news stories provided by the UN.

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United Nations. https://www.un.org/en.