The United Nations (UN) is one of the most important organizations in the world. It truly makes the world go round. As discussed in this unit, interdependence is defined as the dependence of two separate entities (be they people, things, or, in this case, countries) on each other. Now, in terms of the United Nations, there are over a hundred different countries that depend on each other to secure their basic rights, freedoms and needs. Using democratic tactics to prevent conflict, the UN helps elections around the world, provides food to 90 million people in more than 75 countries, and assists more than 34 million refugees globally. Not to mention the positive push of globalization they support. It is crucial to note, however, that although the United Nations confirms that each country helps other countries, it also makes it essential that no country can directly interfere in internal affairs. All participating countries must help the global world and, in doing so, become dependent on the aid they receive. A mandate that can be used as an example is the peacekeeping mandate. Peacekeepers are men and women who travel to countries in crisis to provide aid to citizens and help resolve conflict. Their mandate states that they are too: stop the spread/epidemic across borders, stabilize conflicts, assist in the implementation of peace and guide the State towards stable governance. Nowhere in the mandate does it state that they must intervene against civilians or in any way go against what is best for the country. By helping, countries have a better chance of achieving a united nation. Likewise, there are many UN-run agencies that advocate interdependence. Take for example the food and agricultural sector... in the center of the paper... what they can, but never more than necessary. This is because it could lead to negative consequences for oneself. At the UN, however, it is all about equality and justice, regardless of what is apparently best for an individual. I like to think that the UN has a bright and cheerful future. Clearly there will never be 100% smooth sailing. Natural disasters, terrorism, disagreements and wars will probably always exist. However, so far the United Nations has done a lot to reduce the effects of all the problems we see in the world. Some things may never be fully resolved, but there always needs to be a source that tries. The United Nations has reduced many of the problems we see every day, such as poverty, infant/maternal mortality, and hunger. As more and more entities come together to fight for the same goal, I think the future of the United Nations is strong and stable.