Handbook on the Least Developed Country Category

Handbook on the Least Developed Country Category

Author: United Nations. Economic and Social Council. Committee for Development Policy

Publisher:

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789211046908

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Contains an updated comprehensive explanation of the criteria, procedures and methodology used in establishing which countries are eligible for inclusion in, or recommended for graduation from, the least developed country (LDC) category. It also provides an overview of the special support measures that can be derived from having least developed country status.


Towards Gender Equity in Development

Towards Gender Equity in Development

Author: Siwan Anderson

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 438

ISBN-13: 0198829590

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As a result of widespread mistreatment and overt discrimination, women in the developing world often lack autonomy. This book explores key sources of female empowerment and discusses the current challenges and opportunities for the future.


The United Nations and Nuclear Orders

The United Nations and Nuclear Orders

Author: Jane Boulden

Publisher: Brookings Institution Press

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13:

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This book examines actors, tools, and issues associated with the changing nature of the environment in which the United Nations operates; the ways in which it has responded and might respond to technological and political problems; and the questions and difficulties that arise for the world organization. Issues covered in the book include doctrinal questions on the use of force, the regional dynamics of nuclear proliferation, and the growing concern that nuclear order established by the NPT may collapse or simply be overtaken by events.--Publisher's description.


A History of UNESCO

A History of UNESCO

Author: Fernando Valderrama Martínez

Publisher: Unesco

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 494

ISBN-13:

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This history of UNESCO retraces almost 50 years in the life of the international organization, whose action in fields such as education, science, culture and communication have been at the heart of changes since World War II.