India's Jaishankar pitches SHANTI vision to Guterres at UN, eyes 2028-2029 UNSC seat
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Why in news
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to discuss global conflicts and formally launch India's campaign for a non-permanent UNSC seat for the 2028-2029 term.
Background
India launched its UNSC campaign featuring the 'SHANTI' vision (Securing Holistic Advancement through Norms, Trust and Integrity). The framework focuses on six priorities including Global South representation and multilateral reforms.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyUNSC: The United Nations Security Council is the primary international body responsible for maintaining international peace and security.
- FactIndia is seeking a non-permanent seat on the UNSC for the 2028-2029 term.
- PostS. Jaishankar: Current Minister of External Affairs of India.
- BodyUN Secretary-General: The chief administrative officer of the United Nations.
For Mains
Q. Examine the significance of India's 'SHANTI' vision in advocating for a more representative and democratic multilateral order for the Global South.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Representation gap: Current UNSC structure lacks sufficient representation of the Global South's demographic and economic weight.
Keywords: Multilateralism · Global South · UNSC Reform · SHANTI Vision · Diplomatic Outreach · Peacekeeping
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