Since the three Councils will necessarily have limited memberships, the General Assembly will remain the only principal organ under the Charter that consists of all UN members voting on an equal basis. Given the Assembly s responsibility for all budgetary matters, it ought to be kept informed, via its own Peacekeeping Committee, of all contemplated peacekeeping and peace-enforcement actions, so as to avoid delays in deployment when emergencies occur. And it remains the forum for the concerned nations of the world to push for improvements in the entire UN system, including consideration of the proposals made in this Report. The General Assembly also has a notable potential for leadership in its ability to convene international conferences to address major social, economic, and environmental issues requiring global attention. Above all, Member States must recognize their responsibility to support the General Assembly's vital place at the center of the world organization.
Leadership requires a strong voice.
The Secretary-General, in his unique position, must provide the moral authority, intellectual stimulus, and the organizational skill to sustain the credibility and effectiveness of the world organization. There should be no question among the various UN agencies that the Secretary-General is the chief coordinator of the UN system and must be recognized and supported as such. In the eyes of the world, he must embody the principles and ideals of the UN Charter to which the Organization seeks to give effect. The efficiency and reputation of the United Nations also depend upon the quality of its staff, especially those appointed to senior positions within the Secretariat and to be heads of agencies. Many dedicated and committed individuals have worked hard to carry out the tasks required of them by the General Assembly, the Security Council and other principal organs.