India has voiced strong objections to a draft document related to reforms of the United Nations Security Council, saying it does not adequately capture the views expressed by member states.
The intervention came during ongoing discussions on Security Council reform, an issue New Delhi has long argued is essential for making the UN more representative of contemporary global realities.
India questions the draft text
Per an NDTV report, speaking during discussions on Security Council reform, India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, said the draft prepared by the co-chairs did not faithfully reflect the positions presented by member states during negotiations. India maintained that the process must remain transparent and based on consensus rather than selective interpretations of members' views.
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According to India, negotiations should move forward through a clear text-based process that accurately records proposals and areas of convergence. New Delhi argued that ambiguity in the drafting process could undermine efforts to achieve meaningful reform.
Focus remains on Security Council expansion
India reiterated its long-standing position that reform of the Security Council must include expansion in both permanent and non-permanent categories of membership. The country has consistently argued that the current structure does not adequately represent developing nations, particularly countries from Africa, Latin America and large parts of Asia.
New Delhi has maintained that a reformed council should better reflect present-day geopolitical realities rather than the balance of power that existed when the UN was established. It has also argued that wider representation would make the body more legitimate and effective.
Call for greater clarity in negotiations
India stressed the need for a more structured and transparent negotiating process. It said member states require clarity on how proposals are being reflected in official documents and how future discussions will proceed, as per NDTV reports.
The Indian delegation also expressed concern that attempts to blur distinctions between different reform proposals could complicate negotiations. According to India, progress would be better served by clearly identifying areas of agreement and disagreement among member states.
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Reform remains a key priority
Security Council reform has remained on the UN agenda for years, with several countries, including India, seeking changes to the composition of the body's permanent membership. India is part of the G4 grouping, alongside Brazil, Germany and Japan, which advocates an expanded Security Council with additional permanent seats.
As discussions continue, India has signalled that it will keep pressing for a transparent negotiating process and a reform model that, in its view, better reflects the aspirations of the wider UN membership.
