The United Nations is playing an increasing role in good governance. According to former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, "Good governance is ensuring respect for human rights and the rule of law; strengthening democracy; promoting transparency and capacity in public administration." To implement this, the UN goes follows 8 characteristics:[1]
consensus oriented
participatory
rule of law
effectiveness and efficiency
Accountable
Transparent
Responsive
Equitable and Inclusive