UNGA and UNSC Resolutions

UNGA Resolutions are target issues discussed and debated by this organ (see list here : http://www.un.org/documents/resga.htm).  They are voted upon by all 192 and require a simple majority to pass.  On issues of more considerable importance, the requirement for passage changes to a two-thirds majority.  General Assembly resolutions are non-binding (unless regarding the UN itself), but they do represent a strong message nevertheless.


UNSC Resolutions focus on issues of international peace and security (see list here : http://www.un.org/documents/scres.htm).  They are voted upon by all 15 members and, assuming one of the permanent five does not exercise its veto power, requires nine affirmative vote to pass.  Security Council resolutions are considered binding and can result in sanctions or worse if not followed.