UN General Assembly
1993

remain true to its Charter? That the United Nations in recent years has already been able to play a more central role in world affairs and assume greater responsibilities in the wide range of social and political problems is an indication that it has earned the growing acceptance of the world community as a legitimate vehicle for addressing significant global issues. However, beneath the prestige of regained moral stature and recognition that its ideals and message are still valid is the reality that the United Nations administrative structures and institutions are in dire need of reform. The United Nations system remains ill-equipped for the scope of its current operations and activities. The evolving nature of the United Nations will therefore have a crucial impact on the future shape and management of the post-cold-war international economic and political environment. The current debate on revitalization and restructuring hinges on whether the United Nations should become more focused or more encompassing. Despite clear pronouncements for change at the level of the Assembly, the Security Council, social and economic organs and peace-