Third World Contributions to Decolonization, Human Rights, and Development in the United Nations: Promise and Limits of Collective Diplomacy The entry of newly independent states into the United Nations (UN) after the Second World War transformed the institution’s normative and political landscape. From the late 1940s through the 1970s, Third World countries—many of them from … Continue reading Discuss the contribution of Third World countries in advancing the discourse on decolonization, human rights, and development within the UN framework. Critically evaluate the effectiveness of Third World coalitions, such as the Non-Aligned Movement and the G-77, in influencing decision-making at the United Nations.