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Ones and Tooze
Is the United Nations Worth the Money?
Nov 10, 2023
This podcast discusses the funding and effectiveness of the United Nations, the concept of the Swedish model and its challenges, and the politics of inflation in Sweden. Entertaining and informative!
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- The United Nations plays a crucial role in addressing global crises, providing humanitarian aid, and promoting peace through peacekeeping operations.
- The Swedish model of governance shifted away from socialism in the 1990s due to economic changes, leading to market-oriented policies and a rise in inequality.
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The Role and Function of the United Nations
The United Nations (UN) serves as a global forum for discussion and debate among its 193 member states. While it may not always function smoothly, the UN plays a crucial role in addressing global crises, providing humanitarian aid, and promoting peace through its peacekeeping operations. It relies on assessed contributions from member states, with the United States being the largest contributor, followed by China. The UN's budget, though relatively small compared to global GDP, is essential for its operations and the important work it does around the world.
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