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    The document discusses the need for reform of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). It notes that the UNSC does not reflect current geopolitical realities and its composition has changed little since 1945. It also points out issues like underrepresentation of certain regions in the UNSC and misuse of veto powers by permanent members. While there is a need to make the UNSC more representative and effective, reaching an agreement on reforms faces challenges due to differing positions among UN member states.

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    The document discusses the need for reform of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). It notes that the UNSC does not reflect current geopolitical realities and its composition has changed little since 1945. It also points out issues like underrepresentation of certain regions in the UNSC and misuse of veto powers by permanent members. While there is a need to make the UNSC more representative and effective, reaching an agreement on reforms faces challenges due to differing positions among UN member states.

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    UNSC Reforms

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    The document discusses the need for reform of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). It notes that the UNSC does not reflect current geopolitical realities and its composition has changed little since 1945. It also points out issues like underrepresentation of certain regions in the UNSC and misuse of veto powers by permanent members. While there is a need to make the UNSC more representative and effective, reaching an agreement on reforms faces challenges due to differing positions among UN member states.

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    UNSC Reforms

    News - President of United Nations


    General assembly (UNGA) has said that
    UNSC does not reflect today’s realities
    and pointed out that General assembly
    is divided over United Nations reforms.

    Procedure of Reform
    Security Council reform entails the amendment of the United Nations charter which
    requires
    • Adoption by a vote of at least 2/3 of the members of the General Assembly.
    • Ratification by at least 2/3 of the members, including all Security Council
    Permanent Members.
    Therefore, collaboration among the members States is essential in
    achieving the reforms.
    Regional Underrepresentation
    • Regions, such as Asia, Africa, and Latin America. UNSC is paralysed and not
    ◦Asia (54 members, one permanent seat) able to ensure International
    ◦Africa (54 members, zero permanent seat) Peace and Security.
    ◦Latin America and Caribbean states (33 members, zero • Military action by Russia
    permanent seats) against Ukraine.
    • Greater representation of countries from Global South is required • Chinese aggression in
    South China Sea and
    to ensure the UNSC reflects geopolitical realities of 21st century.
    along LAC.
    Necessity
    Misuse of veto power
    by permanent members
    of Reforms
    • Russia has vetoed
    Does Not reflect today’s realities
    UNSC resolutions on
    • Composition reflects the outcome of the Second World War
    Ukraine.
    — almost unchanged since its foundation more than 75
    • China’s role in blocking
    years ago.
    India’s anti-terror
    • Threat of climate change, increased incidents of terrorism and
    campaign at the UNSC.
    rising tensions.
    • Changed geopolitical relations and economic responsibilities.
    • G4
    General assembly divided
    • African Obstacles
    Union over reforms Due to vested interests
    • CARICOM There are 5 negotiating
    to UNSC of Permanent
    • L.69 groups and they are Reforms Members, they were not
    • Uniting for
    neutralising each other’s bid. historically enthusiastic
    consensus/
    about reforms.
    coffee club

    • One of the founder members of the UN.


    • India’s adherence to the principle of
    Largest democracy
    non-alignment and conviction in
    and most populous
    country in the world.
    India’s bid Panchsheel – five principles of peaceful
    coexistence.
    to UNSC
    • Responsible nuclear power.
    Active engagement in
    • Played crucial role in supplying vaccines
    forums concerning
    Fifth largest and against COVID-19 globally.
    climate change, SDGs
    fastest growing • Contribution in UN peacekeeping
    and other UN Summits.
    large economy. mission.
    The UN needs a Security Council which can
    come up with effective resolutions and implement
    its decisions in a timely and efficient manner.

    Greater representation from


    Permanent members Way underrepresented regions.
    should refrain from the
    Forward
    use of veto, except in rare, Expansion in both permanent
    extraordinary situations. and nonpermanent categories.
    Conclusion
    Reforms are necessary to make the UNSC more legitimate, effective
    and representative in character and also to correct historical injustices
    in South Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

    G4 - India, Germany, Brazil and Japan


    ◦ Aspire to become permanent members of UNSC.

    Uniting for Consensus (UfC) / Coffee Club - leaded by Italy. Members include -
    Pakistan, Egypt, Mexico etc.
    ◦ oppose G4’s bid.

    L.69 - Group of developing countries from Africa, Latin America and the
    Caribbean, Asia and the Paci c.
    ◦ Support UNSC reforms.

    Ezulwini Consensus - by African Union


    ◦ Calls for a more representative and democratic Security Council.

    CARICOM - Caribbean community and Common Market.

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