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In a significant development at the United Nations, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has expressed support for India's bid for permanent membership on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). This endorsement follows similar statements from US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron, highlighting a growing consensus among major global leaders regarding the need for reform within the UNSC.
During the general debate of the seventy-ninth session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Starmer emphasized the importance of making the UNSC a "more representative body." Currently, the UNSC consists of five permanent members—Russia, the UK, China, France, and the United States—alongside ten non-permanent members elected for two-year terms by the General Assembly. The permanent members hold the power to veto any substantive resolutions, raising questions about the council's representation and effectiveness.
Starmer stated, "We want to see permanent African representation on the Council, Brazil, India, Japan, and Germany as permanent members, and more seats for elected members as well." His comments align with a broader push for inclusivity in global governance structures.
French President Macron echoed this sentiment, advocating for the expansion of the UNSC to better reflect the current geopolitical landscape. He remarked, "As long as we have a Security Council that is blocked, we will have difficulty moving forward. So let's make these United Nations more effective by making them more representative." Macron underscored the necessity of including Germany, Japan, India, Brazil, and two African nations as permanent members.
In a recent meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Biden also reiterated the United States' support for India's inclusion in a reformed UNSC. He stated that the US is in favor of initiatives aimed at reforming global institutions to amplify India's voice on the international stage.
India has long advocated for its inclusion as a permanent UNSC member, arguing that the current 15-nation council, established in 1945, does not adequately address the complexities of the 21st century. New Delhi contends that the UNSC must evolve to reflect contemporary geopolitical realities, a sentiment echoed by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres during the 'Summit of the Future.' Guterres warned that the UNSC, described as "outdated," risks losing credibility unless its composition and operational methods are reformed.
India last held a non-permanent seat on the UNSC from 2021 to 2022, and the ongoing support from world leaders marks a pivotal moment in its quest for permanent representation at the UN high table.
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