The United Nations was founded in order to prevent a repeat of the Second World War. The UN works to maintain international peace and security, protect human rights, deliver humanitarian aid and promote sustainable development.
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The United Nations was founded in order to prevent a repeat of the Second World War. The UN works to maintain international peace and security, protect human rights, deliver humanitarian aid and promote sustainable development.
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