The Rachman Review

Why we need the UN

Feb 8, 2024
Guest
Mark Malloch-Brown
Gideon Rachman talks to Mark Malloch-Brown, former deputy secretary-general of the UN, about the UN's impact on global security, policy on migration and refugees, and climate change. They also discuss the challenges facing the UN, including accusations of genocide in Gaza and the deadlock over Ukraine in the Security Council. The podcast explores the underappreciated work done by UN institutions and the moral authority of the organization. It also delves into the leadership styles of different Secretary Generals and the role of the UN in global politics.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Challenges and Crises at the United Nations
01:42 • 6min
3
The Overlooked Impact of UN Institutions
07:28 • 8min
4
Moral Authority and Global Opinion in the UN
15:14 • 4min
5
Contrasting Leadership Styles and the Impact of Crisis Management
19:32 • 3min
6
The Role of the United Nations and Optimism for Global Issues
22:52 • 4min