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The United Nations Charter is the foundational treaty of the United Nations, signed on June 26, 1945, in San Francisco, California, by 50 of the 51 original member states. It outlines the purposes, principles, structure, and powers of the UN, including its six principal organs: the General Assembly, Security Council, Economic and Social Council, Trusteeship Council, International Court of Justice, and the Secretariat. The Charter serves as the bedrock of modern international law, governing everything from the pacific settlement of disputes to the prohibition of the use of force. Its core aims include maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, achieving international cooperation in solving global problems, and promoting respect for human rights. Despite ongoing debates about its effectiveness and the power dynamics within its Security Council, the Charter remains a critical, albeit contested, framework for global governance and a symbol of collective action.