International Trusteeship

International trusteeship was a system established after World War II, where powerful nations temporarily administered territories—often colonies or regions affected by conflict—under the supervision of the United Nations. The goal was to guide these territories toward self-governance and independence, respecting their cultures and needs. Trusteeship arrangements ensured that the territories' development was responsible and fair, with the trustees acting in the best interests of the local populations. Essentially, it was a transitional process to help oppressed or marginalized areas become self-reliant and independent nations.