The full form of ECOSOC is Economic and Social Council.
ECOSOC is a crucial part of the United Nations (UN) system. According to the UN Economic and Social Council Documentation, it addresses various important issues:
- Economic matters
- Social concerns
- Cultural matters
- Health-related topics
- Human rights
- Fundamental freedoms
In addition to handling these issues, ECOSOC also plays a coordinating role, aligning the work of the UN with specialized agencies. Chapter X, Articles 61-72, of the UN Charter concern ECOSOC.