Synopses & Reviews
This is the first study of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). It provides a concise description of UNIDO's activities as an actor in the field of international industrial cooperation from the 1960's to the present day. The emergence of UNIDO as a specialized agency of the United Nations is analyzed with emphasis on legal and institutional issues, and problems related to UNIDO's efficiency and its dependence upon political consideration, especially with respect to major countries, are examined. Finally, recommendations are made for the improvement of UNIDO's industrial development activities.
This work will be of interest to scholars and students in development economics, international economics, international relations, and international organizations.
Synopsis
This is the first study of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). It provides a concise description of UNIDO's activities as an actor in the field of international industrial cooperation from the 1960s to the present day. The emergence of UNIDO as a specialized agency of the United Nations is analyzed with emphasis on legal and institutional issues, and problems related to UNIDO's efficiency and its dependence upon political consideration, especially with respect to major countries, are examined. Finally, recommendations are made for the improvement of UNIDO's industrial development activities.
Synopsis
The first study of the organization and activities of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization.
About the Author
YOURY LAMBERT is presently a Research Associate with the Center for International Affairs at Harvard University.
Table of Contents
Setting of Operational Space for UNIDO
Main Stages of UNIDO as an Organ of the General Assembly
Genesis of a Specialized Agency
External and Internal Jurisdiction
Organizational Structure of UNIDO
Financial and Budgetary Issues
Operational and Consultative Activities
Issues of Norm-Setting
International Political Issues on Agenda
Moving into the 90s
Conclusion
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