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The vision of a United Democracies UNDW depends on identifying and integrating potential member states with robust democratic institutions and a commitment to international cooperation alongside with democracies in development, in line with the proposed principles of the UNDW. This includes Tier I, II, and III democracies as we believe that through fostering economic cooperation and providing a platform for shared learning, each member state will be incentivized to strengthen its democratic institutions and practices over time.
Several countries possess significant potential for immediate or near future membership, each bringing unique strengths to the table. Nations like South Korea and Taiwan, with their thriving economies, established democracies, and dedication to human rights, represent ideal candidates in Asia. In Africa, countries such as Ghana, Kenya, Namibia and Botswana, with their relatively stable political systems and commitment to good governance, demonstrate the continent's democratic aspirations. Similarly, in Latin America, Argentina, Uruguay and Costa Rica, long known for their peaceful transitions of power and social progress, could serve as cornerstones of a strengthened UNDW. These nations, while diverse in geography and culture, share a common thread: a dedication to democratic values and a willingness to contribute to a more just and equitable global order. Their inclusion would not only bolster the UNDW's legitimacy but also enrich its collective economic problem-solving capabilities.
A proposal for a new global economic and strategic partnership outlines a multi-phased approach to uniting leading and developing democracies. The initial phase would focus on creating a formidable transatlantic and commonwealth bloc by integrating the European Union, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and Norway with Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. This coalition would immediately establish a powerful economic platform with a combined GDP of approximately $30 trillion, equivalent to that of the United States, providing a robust foundation for deepened trade, innovation, and political coordination.
Building upon this core, the second phase of expansion would strategically incorporate a diverse group of established and emerging democracies, including Japan, Turkey, Mexico, South Korea, Kenya, and several others. These nations are identified as stable markets committed to democratic governance and safeguarding their national interests. Their inclusion would not only add a further $12 trillion to the bloc's collective GDP, bringing the total to around $42 trillion, but would also significantly enhance its geostrategic reach, resource base, and development potential. This enlarged entity, potentially envisioned as the United Democracies of the World (UNDW), would possess the economic scale and strategic depth to surpass both the BRICS bloc and the US, ensuring greater stability and security for its members.
The final, open-ended phase would invite all other developing democracies to join, creating a vast, values-driven internal market. The overarching objective of this grand alliance would be to protect shared democratic principles, amplify the collective voice of its members on the global stage, and unlock unparalleled opportunities for investment and growth. By forging a unified bloc of such economic and demographic heft, this partnership would be positioned as a primary pole in the 21st-century global order, and beyond, equipped to navigate and counterbalance the geopolitical and economic pressures exerted by a rising China, a consolidated BRICS, and even the independent strategies of the United States, America First"'.
Proposed Outlines for Membership of the UNDW Economic bloc
The United Democracies of the World (UNDW) operates with a distinct mandate, primarily functioning as an economic forum. In this capacity, the UNDW maintains a strict policy of non-interference regarding the internal affairs, progress, or specific state of democratic development within its member nations. It neither ranks nor rates democracies, nor does it dictate social or cultural ways, desires, or aspirations that shape a nation's independent democratic evolution.
Adherence to the UNDW is predicated upon meeting a set of fundamental prerequisites, ensuring a shared commitment to core democratic principles, democratic development and international stability.
UNDW ECONOMIC BLOC MEMBERSHIP
Membership in the UNDW is contingent upon adherence to a specific set of foundational principles and conditions. Prospective members must operate as a Constitutional Democracy, characterized by Free and Fair Elections, Freedom of forming political parties, and an Independent Judiciary. Fundamental human rights must be protected, encompassing Human Rights Protection, Protection of Minorities, and Freedom of Religion. Furthermore, eligibility requires a commitment to international peace and stability, meaning the nation must not be starting an external war, not be at civil war, be a Member of the United Nations (UN), and a Member of the International Criminal Court (ICC). Exclusionary conditions include not being a Member of BRICS, committing no genocides, and avoiding unlawful military suppression of its population.
UNDW A NEW APPROACH AND CONCEPT
UNDW does not classify, nor rates democracies, with points.
UNDW only distinguish working democracies, and democracies at work.
Tier I: Working Democracies (Developed Democracies, exceeding UNDW basic rules of law)
Tier II: Democracies at Work (Democracies in Development, complying with UNDW basic rules of law)
Tier III: Democracies that are not ready yet.to comply to UNDW basic rules of law.
Special Note to Tier 3 Democracies Regarding UNDW Membership
United Democracies of the World (UNDW) extends a focused message to nations currently designated as 'Tier 3 Democracies.' These are states where democratic principles are foundational, but which have not yet fully aligned with the comprehensive admission criteria for membership within the UNDW unified economic framework. The aim is to support their journey towards achieving the necessary internal stability and compliance that underpins the minimum required strength and cohesion of the UNDW.
The path to integration and unification requires adherence to a defined set of admission rules designed to ensure robust stable governance, internal conflict resolve, and legal consistency across all member states. Nations such as Ukraine, Palestine, Israel, Lebanon, and Syria currently fall into this category, as they do not have met these established prerequisites yet.
For certain nations, specific internal consolidations or resolutions are paramount:
It is important to note that the UNDW recognizes and respects the diverse internal governance models present within established democracies. Many European nations, for instance, successfully incorporate autonomous or self-governing regions – such as Northern Ireland, Monaco, the Basque Country, Corsica, Sardinia, or the historical recognition of Rome's unique status – demonstrating that internal diversity can coexist with national unity and effective governance. The principle remains one of clear, stable, and widely accepted internal arrangements.
The UNDW remains committed to constructive engagement with Tier 3 Democracies. We offer guidance and support as these nations work diligently towards fulfilling these essential criteria, fostering the internal conditions necessary for their eventual integration into our collective economic and democratic framework. We look forward to the day when these nations are fully prepared to join the Unified Economic Bloc of United Democracies, and participate in the direct investment program.
