The United Nations (UN) is an intergovernmental organization founded on October 24, 1945, after the conclusion of World War II, with the primary goal of promoting international cooperation and maintaining peace and security among nations. Headquartered in New York City, the UN has since evolved into a complex and multifaceted institution, playing a pivotal role in addressing global challenges. Comprising 193 member states, the UN serves as a platform for diplomatic dialogue, fostering collaboration on issues ranging from human rights and sustainable development to conflict resolution and humanitarian assistance. Its structure is characterized by several key organs, including the General Assembly, Security Council, International Court of Justice, Secretariat, and specialized agencies such as UNICEF and the World Health Organization. The General Assembly, where all member states are represented, acts as a forum for open debate on international issues, while the Security Council is responsible for maintaining international peace and security. The International Court of Justice settles legal disputes between states, contributing to the rule of law in international relations. The UN's mission extends beyond politics and security, encompassing social and economic dimensions. The organization has been a driving force behind the establishment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a set of 17 targets aimed at addressing poverty, inequality, climate change, and other global challenges by 2030. Human rights form a core pillar of the UN's work, with entities like the UN Human Rights Council working to protect and promote fundamental rights worldwide. Peacekeeping missions, carried out by UN personnel in various conflict zones, exemplify the organization's commitment to preventing and resolving armed conflicts. Despite its accomplishments, the UN faces criticism for its bureaucratic inefficiencies, financial constraints, and at times, geopolitical complexities that hinder decisive action. Nevertheless, its role in facilitating dialogue, coordinating humanitarian aid, and shaping international norms remains crucial in an interconnected world. In an era marked by transnational issues, such as pandemics, climate change, and cyber threats, the UN's adaptability and effectiveness in addressing emerging challenges will continue to shape its relevance and impact on the global stage.

10. Volkan Bozkir
President-elect of the 75th session of the United Nations General
Assembly on the theme for the general debate of the 75th session.
September 2020.

15. Vladimir Putin
President, Russian Federation
October 2020

19. H. E. Munir Akram
His Excellency Munir Akram was elected seventy-sixth
President of the Economic and Social Council on 23 July 2020.
Ambassador Akram is currently the Ambassador and
Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations
in New York.

29. Abdulqawi Ahmed Yusuf
President of International Court of Justice

31. António Guterres
The current Secretary-General of the United Nations.
He is the ninth Secretary-General, his term began 1
January 2017