Process of UN Membership Approval

The process of UN membership approval involves several steps:

1. Application: A country submits a formal application to the Secretary-General of the United Nations expressing its desire to become a member.

2. Consideration by the Security Council: The Security Council examines the application and prepares a report with its recommendations. 

A recommendation for membership requires the affirmative votes of at least nine of the 15 Council members, including all five permanent members (the United States, Russia, China, France, and the United Kingdom). 

Any permanent member can exercise its veto power to block the application.

3. General Assembly Vote: If the Security Council recommends approval, the application is forwarded to the General Assembly for consideration. 

A two-thirds majority vote is required for approval.

4. Membership: If the General Assembly approves the application, the country becomes a member of the United Nations.

5. Charter Signature: Upon becoming a member, the country typically signs the United Nations Charter, formally committing to its principles and obligations.

6. Participation: The new member gains the rights and responsibilities of UN membership, including participating in General Assembly meetings, voting on resolutions, and contributing to UN activities and initiatives.

Overall, the process aims to ensure that new members meet the criteria outlined in the UN Charter and that their membership enhances the organization's ability to fulfill its mission of maintaining international peace and security, promoting human rights, and fostering cooperation among nations.