Membership in International Unions

Whether it is an alliance, incorporated union, federal union or supranational body here is the list of unions the country is a member of. North Korea is a member of several unions. They are United Nations.

United Nations

North Korea is a member of United Nations. On 17 September 1991, it joined the UN at its inception date as a full member state. Founded in 1945, the United Nations is an intergovernmental organization to promote international co-operation. The work of the United Nations are guided by the principles contained in its founding Charter. It is currently made up of 193 Member States. The headquarters of the United Nations is in Manhattan, New York City, further main offices are situated in Geneva, Nairobi and Vienna. Its objectives include maintaining international peace and security, promoting human rights, fostering social and economic development, protecting the environment, and providing aid.