Are UN resolutions binding?
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Resolutions and decisions are formal expressions of the opinion or will of UN organs.
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The nature of the resolution determines if it is considered binding on States.
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Articles 10 and 14 of the UN Charter refer to General Assembly resolutions as “recommendations”.
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The recommendatory nature of General Assembly resolutions has repeatedly been stressed by the International Court of Justice.
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However, some General Assembly resolutions dealing with matters internal to the United Nations, such as budgetary decisions or instructions to lower-ranking organs, are clearly binding.
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In general, resolutions adopted by the Security Council acting under Chapter VII of the Charter, are considered binding, in accordance with Article 25 of the Charter.
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However, they are subject to veto exercised by permanent members of UNSC.