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The United Nations In Action

The United Nations In Action

David J. Whittaker

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Taylor & Francis Ltd
Año de edición:
1995
Materia
Política y gobierno
ISBN:
9781857281156
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This is a clear survey of the role played by the United Nations in the major political crises of the post-war world. In covering its high-profile, peace-keeping role, its support of new nations, and its involvement in new initiatives such as famine relief and drug control, the author presents an introduction to the UN in action.

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