'We must be bold enough to change': UN chief's strong call for reform in Security Council -- Is it good news for India?
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Why in news
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres reiterated his support for UN Security Council reform, acknowledging India's contributions to the UN system.
Background
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and spokesperson Stephane Dujarric acknowledged India's importance as a supporter of multilateralism. India continues to advocate for a permanent seat in the Security Council based on its qualifications.
Facts for Prelims
- PostAntonio Guterres: Current Secretary-General of the United Nations.
- FactIndia is currently not a permanent member of the UN Security Council.
For Mains
Q. Examine the hurdles in reforming the UN Security Council and discuss the implications of India's pursuit of a permanent seat on the global multilateral order.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Geopolitical friction: Resistance from permanent members (P5) regarding the dilution of veto power and existing privileges.
- Representation gap: The tension between the 1945 power structure and the contemporary demographic/economic realities of the Global South.
Keywords: multilateralism · veto power · Global South · institutional reform · geopolitical leverage
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