The United Nations: some introductory reflections and projections
Hegemonic power versus civil society
The international protection of human rights
Protection of national minorities and indigenous peoples
On rights and responsibilities: the integration of vulnerable groups
A just international economic and social order
Sustainable human environment
The security council - a world authority
Peace-keeping and peace-enforcing operations
Enforcement of international law
Globalization with a human face; a few final observations.