Strengthening of the United Nations : an Agenda for Further Change

Need for a strong multilateral institution acutely felt in the era of globalization. Much has already been achieved: reforms begun in 1997 led to the Millennium Declaration (time-bound development goals), to greater coherence and fruitful partnerships with non-State actors. But more changes are needed: intergovernmental organs must also change. The General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council need to adapt and the Security Council reform needs new impetus (Open-ended Working Group to examine the reform of the Security Council). A need for a stronger General Assembly. Strengthening of the Economic and Social Council: annual dialogue with the BW institutions and the WTO. Doing what matters: integrating human rights throughout the United Nations system; the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights will be strengthened. Working better together: Establishment of a high-level panel to make recommendations to find better ways to organize UN and civil society relationship. Global Compact.