International Law & the U.N.
 May 2005 marked the 60th anniversary of the United Nations, and during
these 60 years we have seem many of the accomplishments of the UN as
well as some of its failures. Though we are constantly reminded by the
media and our government of the ineffectiveness of the UN, we can't
imagine what the world would be like without it.
The United Nations is the "sole" legitimate international organization,
with a near universal membership (192 members), where world leaders can
assemble to set international law and standards collectively. The
circumstances that lead to the creation of the United Nation in 1945
were different and so were the actors. Today, we are faced with
different challenges and actors. The Secretary General rising up to the
challenge for change and reorganization has put forward a series of
proposals to the member states to reform the UN as an institution. It is
important to keep track of, and bring to light the Secretary General's
initiative and perhaps even contribute to a positive outcome of the
reform.
United Nations Updates highlights UN related conferences, activities
and news. The information is updated every two weeks. Your comments
and inputs are welcome.
The Road Less Traveled - International Law - AFSC proposes the viability of
the rule of international law and the work of the United
Nations as the alternative path to the unfolding War on Terrorism.
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