9 terms were found starting with the letter u.

U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)

An agency of the U.S. government whose primary objective is to assist developing countries in their development efforts while furthering U.S. foreign policy objectives. Economic assistance from USAID typically consists of loans and technical assistance.

United Nations (UN)

A global organization founded in 1944 to promote international cooperation and resolve international conflicts through peaceful means. Currently has 191 member countries. Decisions are made by a General Assembly and by a 15-member Security Council that has five permanent members and 10 rotating members.

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)

A body of the United Nations that focuses on the protection, welfare, and basic needs of children. Currently working in 161 countries.

United Nations Development Program (UNDP)

A body of the United Nations set up in 1965 to promote human development in developing countries through poverty alleviation, environmental regeneration, employment creation, and advancement of the status of women. Provides grants to developing countries.

United Nations Environment Program (UNEP)

A body of the United Nations created in 1972 to promote environmental concerns within the United Nations.

Uruguay Round Agreement

A major international trade agreement signed in 1994 that led to the establishment of the World Trade Organization (WTO). This agreement liberalized international agricultural trade to a greater degree than previous trade agreements. Unlike previous agreements, which covered merchandise trade only, the Uruguay Round Agreement also covers services and intellectual property.

Use Value

An economic value based on the tangible human use of some environmental or natural resource.

Utilitarianism

An ethical framework which posits that all action should be directed toward achieving the greatest utility for the greatest number of people.

Utility

An individual’s well-being, satisfaction or happiness.