Cooperation with regional organizations has long been a touchstone of the work of the United Nations, as recognized in Chapter VIII of the UN Charter and numerous resolutions of the General Assembly and the Security Council. The United Nations and regional organizations have unique and complementary capacities that can contribute decisively to the prevention and management of armed conflict. In instances in which regional or sub-regional organizations take the leading role in peacemaking or crisis diplomacy in their neighborhoods, the United Nations is frequently present as a partner, providing support and advice as required.
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