Universal Organic Legal Framework

Preamble

Recognizing the need for a comprehensive legal framework that upholds peace, justice, human rights, and environmental sustainability globally,

Affirming the principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter and other foundational international agreements,

We, the representatives of the global community, proclaim this Universal Organic Legal Framework to guide international relations and ensure the protection of all individuals and the environment.

Part I: United Nations

Article 1: United Nations Charter

The United Nations Charter is the foundational treaty of the United Nations (UN), outlining its purposes, principles, and structures.

Article 2: Membership

Membership in the UN is open to all peace-loving states that accept the obligations contained in the Charter and are willing to carry them out.

Article 3: General Assembly

The General Assembly is the main deliberative body of the UN, comprising all member states, and is responsible for overseeing the UN's functions and operations.

Article 4: Security Council

The Security Council is responsible for maintaining international peace and security, with the authority to take enforcement measures.

Article 5: International Court of Justice

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the principal judicial organ of the UN, responsible for adjudicating disputes between states and providing advisory opinions on legal questions.

Part II: International Human Rights

Article 6: Universal Declaration of Human Rights

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) sets out fundamental human rights to be universally protected.

Article 7: International Covenants

The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR) expand on the rights outlined in the UDHR and are legally binding on ratifying states.

Article 8: Integration of Specialized Declarations

The following specialized declarations are integral to the Universal Organic Legal Framework, as suggested by Marie Seshat Landry:

• Universal Declaration of Peace: Promotes global peace and conflict resolution.
• Universal Declaration of Organic Rights: Advocates for sustainable and organic practices to protect the environment.
• Universal Declaration of LGBTQ Rights: Ensures the rights and protections of LGBTQ individuals.

Part III: International Humanitarian Law

Article 9: Geneva Conventions

The Geneva Conventions and their Additional Protocols establish international legal standards for humanitarian treatment in war, protecting those who are not participating in hostilities.

Article 10: Responsibility to Protect

States have the responsibility to protect their populations from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing, and crimes against humanity, with the international community stepping in when national authorities fail.

Part IV: International Criminal Law

Article 11: International Criminal Court

The International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutes individuals for genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression.

Article 12: International Tribunals

Special tribunals may be established to address specific instances of international crimes, such as the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR).

Part V: Environmental Law

Article 13: Paris Agreement

The Paris Agreement is a legally binding international treaty on climate change, aiming to limit global warming to below 2 degrees Celsius.

Article 14: Convention on Biological Diversity

The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) promotes sustainable development and the conservation of biological diversity.

Part VI: Trade and Economic Law

Article 15: World Trade Organization

The World Trade Organization (WTO) regulates international trade, ensuring trade flows as smoothly, predictably, and freely as possible.

Article 16: International Monetary Fund

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) works to stabilize the global economy by providing monetary cooperation and financial stability.

Part VII: Dispute Resolution

Article 17: Arbitration and Mediation

International disputes may be resolved through arbitration and mediation, using mechanisms such as the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA).

Article 18: Compliance and Enforcement

States are obligated to comply with international law, with enforcement mechanisms in place through the UN and other international bodies to ensure adherence.

Conclusion

This Universal Organic Legal Framework serves as a testament to the global community's commitment to peace, justice, human rights, environmental sustainability, and sustainable development, guiding international relations and ensuring the protection of all individuals and the environment.