Bert_Preast said:Nonono, the initial members in question would be the EU. They have rather more stringent entry controls than the UN, which is why they can do things. Also the US and sundry other countries around the world - mostly the big foreign aid spenders. That's the only way to make membership of the new UN something attractive - you get dosh and preferential trade terms.
Within the UN I suppose a country could be entitled to a % votes depending on it's population of over 65s. Basically, the more of your people you keep healthy for longer, the more of a say you get in international affairs. It's the best indicator of a 'good' society I can come up with.
I understand you proposition. Suppose (it is a pure fantasy) that other countrie aree that current members of EU would determine what country is democtatic or not.
Well, would be India recognised as a democracy? No doubt. China? Why not? From formal point of view there are (elected) local councils, elected parliament, there are clear signs of market economy. After acception of India and China with their huge populations EU votes would be insignificant in UN.
Bert_Preast said:I have no idea why you think any of the countries you mention except Venezuela might be seen as beacons of democracy whereas the UK wouldn't?
Because the majority in the UN (developed countries) would vote for them.