History of Europe

What were the Allied plans for postwar world?

Economic objectives and institutions

* Rapid restoration and reconstruction of Europe's war-torn economy.

* Establishment of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to provide short-term loans to member nations.

* Establishment of the World Bank to provide long-term loans to member nations.

* Expansion of world trade through reduction of tariffs and other barriers.

* Encouragement of foreign investment and economic development in developing nations.

Political objectives and institutions

* Creation of a new international peacekeeping organization, the United Nations (UN).

* Ensuring the security of small nations against aggression by larger powers.

* Encouragement of self-government and self-determination for all peoples.

* Elimination of colonialism and racism.

Social objectives and institutions

* Promotion of human rights and fundamental freedoms for all people.

* Establishment of international standards for labor rights and social justice.

* Improvement of health care and education around the world.