Draft Charter of the Reformed United Nations (UN)

[Good Carder]

Preamble​

WE THE PEOPLES OF THE UNITED NATIONS, FULL OF DETERMINATION

• to save future generations from the scourge of war, which twice in our lifetime has brought untold suffering to humanity,
• to reaffirm faith in fundamental human rights, in the dignity and worth of the human person, in the equal rights of men and women and in the equal rights of nations large and small,
• to create conditions under which justice and respect for the obligations arising from treaties and other sources of international law can be maintained,
• to promote social progress and better standards of life in larger freedom,
• to ensure sustainable development of the planet, the protection of the Earth's biosphere as the common heritage of humanity and the prevention of irreversible climate change,
• regulate the use of new and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, biotechnology, cyberspace and outer space, solely in the interests of peace and well-being of all humanity,
• prevent pandemics, nuclear disasters and other global threats to health, security and the existence of civilization,
• to contribute to the global reduction of inequality, ensuring universal access to education, health care and clean energy,

AND FOR THESE PURPOSES

• to show tolerance and live together in peace with each other as good neighbors,
• to unite our forces to maintain international peace and collective security,
• to take effective collective measures to prevent and eliminate threats to peace, suppress acts of aggression and other violations of peace,
• to ensure that armed force is used only in the common interest and only by decision of the authorized bodies,
• to use international mechanisms to promote economic, social, environmental and technological progress of all peoples,

HAVE RESOLVED TO UNITE OUR EFFORTS TO ACHIEVE THESE OBJECTIVES.

Accordingly, our Governments, through their representatives assembled in [Founding City], having agreed upon this Charter of the Reformed United Nations and pledged to act in accordance therewith, do establish an international organization to be known as the "Reformed United Nations."

Chapter I. Objectives and Principles​

Article 1. Objectives​

The reformed United Nations pursues the following goals:

1. To maintain international peace and security, to take effective collective measures to prevent and eliminate threats to peace, to suppress acts of aggression or other violations of the peace.
2. To develop friendly relations between nations based on respect for the principle of equality and self-determination of peoples, as well as the principle of non-interference in internal affairs.
3. To implement international cooperation in resolving global problems of an economic, social, cultural, environmental, humanitarian and technological nature, including the fight against climate change, pandemics, cyber threats and the risks of artificial intelligence.
4. To serve as a centre for harmonising the actions of nations in achieving these common goals and coordinating global governance in the interests of present and future generations.

Article 2. Principles​

The organization and its members act in accordance with the following principles:

1. Sovereign equality of all members.
2. Conscientious fulfillment of the obligations assumed under this Charter.
3. The settlement of international disputes exclusively by peaceful means so that international peace and security are not threatened.
4. Abstaining in international relations from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state.
5. Non-intervention in matters essentially within the domestic jurisdiction of any State, except in cases of coercive measures by decision of the Security Council.
6. Provision by members of the Organization of all possible assistance in any actions undertaken by it in accordance with the Charter.
7. To promote in every possible way respect for and observance of human rights and fundamental freedoms for all without distinction as to race, sex, language, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or other status.
8. Protecting the Earth's biosphere as the common heritage of humanity, ensuring sustainable development and preventing environmental disasters.
9. Regulating new technologies in the interests of peace, security and equal access of all peoples to their benefits.

Chapter II. Membership​

Article 3. Founders​

The founders of the UN are all states that participated in the Founding Conference or previously signed the UN Charter of 1945.

Article 4. Admission of new members​

1. Membership in the United Nations is open to all peace-loving states that accept the obligations contained in the Charter and, in the judgment of the Organization, are able and willing to carry out these obligations.
2. Admission shall be effected by a decision of the General Assembly by a two-thirds majority vote on the recommendation of the Security Council.

Article 5. Suspension of rights and privileges​

A Member State against which the Security Council is taking preventive or enforcement measures may be suspended by the General Assembly from exercising the rights and privileges of membership.

Article 6. Exception​

A Member State that systematically violates the principles of the Charter (including acts of aggression, genocide, systematic violations of human rights or environmental crimes on a global scale) may be expelled from the Organization by a decision of the General Assembly by a two-thirds majority vote on the recommendation of the Security Council.

Chapter III. Organs​

Article 7. Main organs​

The UNROC carries out its functions through the following main organs:

1. General Assembly
2. Security Council
3. Economic and Social Council
4. Council on Sustainable Development and Climate
5. Council on Digital Technologies, Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity
6. Trusteeship Council (retaining functions on decolonization and self-determination)
7. International Court of Justice
8. Secretariat

Article 8. Subsidiary organs​

The bodies may create necessary auxiliary bodies and commissions.

Chapter IV. General Assembly​

Article 9. Composition​

The General Assembly consists of all UN members. Each member has no more than five representatives.

Article 10. Functions and powers​

General Assembly:

1. Considers general principles of cooperation in maintaining peace and security and makes recommendations.
2. Discusses any matters relating to the powers of the Charter and makes recommendations to members or to the Security Council.
3. Approves the budget of the Organization and distributes expenses among the members.
4. Elects non-permanent members of the Security Council, members of the Economic and Social Council, the Sustainable Development Council and other bodies.
5. Appoints the Secretary-General on the recommendation of the Security Council.
6. Makes decisions on suspension and expulsion of members.
7. Initiates research and makes recommendations on the development of international law, human rights, sustainable development and technology regulation.

Article 11. Sessions​

Regular sessions are held annually. Special sessions are convened at the request of the Security Council or a majority of its members.

Article 12. Procedure​

Each member of the Assembly has one vote.

Article 13. Voting​

1. Decisions on important matters (budget, admission/exclusion of members, amendments to the Charter, election of members of the Security Council) are taken by a two-thirds majority of those present and voting.
2. Decisions on other issues are made by simple majority.

Chapter V. Security Council (reformed)​

Article 23. Composition​

1. The Security Council consists of 25 members.
2. Permanent members (10): China, Russia, the United States of America, France, the United Kingdom, India, Brazil, Germany, Japan and a rotating representative of the African Union (changed every 5 years between the countries of the continent by decision of the AU).
3. The 15 non-permanent members are elected by the General Assembly for a three-year term, taking into account equitable geographical distribution and their contribution to the maintenance of peace.

Article 24. Chairmanship​

The chairmanship rotates monthly in alphabetical order.

Article 25. Functions​

The Security Council bears primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. It acts on behalf of all UN members.

Article 26. Investigation Procedures​

The Council may investigate any dispute or situation that may threaten peace.

Article 27. Voting​

1. Each member has one vote.
2. Procedural issues are decided by nine votes.
3. Substantive matters require 15 votes, including the concurring votes of all permanent members (veto power).
4. The right of veto does not apply in the following cases:
   • establishing the fact of genocide, crimes against humanity or war crimes,
   • aggression against a sovereign state,
   • global environmental disasters or pandemics,
   • cyberattacks amounting to an act of armed assault.
5. A permanent member party to a dispute is obliged to abstain from voting on peaceful means of settlement.

Article 28. Coercive measures​

The Council may decide on sanctions, embargoes, peacekeeping operations or the use of force to restore peace.

Chapter VI. Council on Sustainable Development and Climate​

Article 35. Composition​

The Council consists of 30 members elected by the General Assembly for a four-year term, taking into account geographical and economic representation (including small island developing States and least developed countries).

Article 36. Functions​

1. Coordinating global efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
2. Monitoring and reporting on the Paris Agreement and subsequent climate agreements.
3. Setting binding global standards to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect oceans, forests and biodiversity.
4. Establishing a climate adaptation and loss/damage financing mechanism for vulnerable countries.
5. Introduction of a global carbon tax and revenue distribution mechanism in favor of developing countries.
6. Recommendations to the Security Council on the classification of environmental disasters as a threat to peace.

Chapter VII. Council on Digital Technologies, Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity​

Article 40. Composition​

The Council consists of 25 members elected for a four-year term, with mandatory inclusion of technology experts and representatives from all regions.

Article 41. Functions​

1. Developing and adopting global regulations governing artificial intelligence (including a ban on lethal autonomous weapons).
2. Coordinating international efforts on cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection.
3. Establishing standards for the protection of personal data and the prevention of disinformation.
4. Monitoring risks from new technologies (biotechnology, nanotechnology, quantum computing).
5. Imposing sanctions for state-sponsored cyberattacks or malicious use of AI.
6. Ensuring equal access of developing countries to technology through transfer and development funds.

Chapter VIII. Peaceful Settlement of Disputes​

Articles 33–38​

1. The parties to any dispute shall first seek a solution through negotiation, inquiry, mediation, conciliation, arbitration, litigation or other peaceful means.
2. Mandatory arbitration is being introduced for disputes over climate commitments, cyberattacks and technological disruptions.
3. The Security Council may recommend procedures or terms for settlement.

Chapter IX. International Economic, Social and Environmental Cooperation​

Articles 55–60​

1. Promoting higher standards of living, full employment, and economic and social progress.
2. Commitments to reduce global inequality (Gini coefficient, access to basic services).
3. Introduction of a global minimum corporate tax and a mechanism to combat tax havens.
4. Transfer of technology and financial assistance to developing countries.
5. Coordination through the Economic and Social Council of specialized agencies (WHO, UNESCO, IMF, etc.).

Chapter XV. Amendments​

Articles 108–109​

Amendments shall enter into force upon approval by two-thirds of the members of the General Assembly and ratification by two-thirds of Member States, including all permanent members of the Security Council.

Final Provisions​

This Charter is the founding document of the UN, has supreme legal force, and takes precedence over all other international agreements in case of conflict. The Charter shall enter into force upon ratification by a majority of the founding members, including the permanent members of the Security Council.

This expanded draft makes the Organization more adaptable to the challenges of the 21st century, strengthens democratic and representative elements, introduces mechanisms for responding to new threats, and enhances the effectiveness of global governance.