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'Support reforms to UN institutions': US on Elon Musk's remarks on India's permanent UNSC seat
The United States has expressed its support for reforms within United Nations institutions, including the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Elon Musk had emphasized the need for a revision of UN bodies, particularly advocating for India and Africa to have permanent seats on the Security Council. India has long sought a permanent seat on the UNSC to better advocate for the interests of the developing world, with growing international support for its cause.
G-7 leaders say Iran attack on Israel risks provoking an uncontrollable regional escalation; UNSC convenes emergency meeting
Iran fired more than 300 drones and missiles at Israel overnight, which Tehran said was in response to the April 1 strike on its consulate in Syria.
"UNSC reforms should be facilitated": Belarussian FM backs India's bid of permanent seat in world body
Belarusian Foreign Minister Aleinik supports India's call for UNSC reforms and permanent seat. He emphasizes the urgency of reforms and the fragile global situation. Belarus officially expressed support for India's accession to the Security Council. Aleinik's India visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties across various sectors and spheres.
UNSC envoys to visit Gaza crossing as crisis spirals
Around a dozen ambassadors are taking part in the visit from countries including Russia and the United Kingdom. But the United States, which week vetoed Friday the Security Council resolution did not send a representative as did France.
"Once you see the barbarity and savagery...": Israel envoy shreds UNSC for failing to condemn Hamas attacks on civilians
In a stern rebuke, Israel's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Gilad Erdan, strongly criticized the United Nations Security Council for its failure to condemn the recent Hamas terror attacks on October 7, which resulted in the tragic slaughter of unarmed civilians.
India will continue to raise its voice in support of Afghan people: Ambassador Kamboj at UNSC
India’s permanent representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj has reiterated the country’s steadfast dedication to peace, stability and humanitarian support for Afghanistan. In a UN Security Council briefing on Afghanistan on Wednesday, Kamboj high...
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BRICS members strongly condemn terrorism in all forms; commend India's G20 Presidency
The Ministers recalled the consensus during the 15th BRICS Summit on guiding principles, standards, criteria and procedures on the BRICS expansion process and the decision on inviting the Argentine Republic, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates to become full members of BRICS from January 1, 2024.
At G20 summit, PM Modi makes renewed push for UNSC expansion
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for the expansion of the UN Security Council and reforms in global institutions during the G20 summit. He emphasized the need for these organizations to reflect the "new realities" of the world. Modi also proposed a virtual session of the G20 in November to review the decisions made by world leaders.
Want to see expansion of UNSC permanent seats to include India, Brazil, Germany, Japan: UK
On reform of the UN Security Council, "we want to see the expansion of the Council's permanent seats to include India, Brazil, Germany and Japan and African representation. It's high time the Council entered the 2020s," Woodward told reporters here on Monday. Woodward referred to remarks by British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly last week in which he announced the UK's ambition to drive forward reform of the multilateral system.
UK commits to supporting UNSC reforms, India's permanent membership
On India, IR2023 further commits to building on the bilateral Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, implementing the UK-India 2030 Roadmap, supporting India's G20 presidency, advancing negotiations on a FTA, strengthening the defence and security partnership, progressing collaboration on technology and leading the maritime security pillar of India's Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative.
Afghan territory must not be used for terrorist activities: India and 5 central Asian countries
Last December, India joined several other leading countries in criticising the Taliban's decision to ban university education for women in Afghanistan. It said the officials at the deliberations discussed regional threats of terrorism, extremism, radicalisation and drug trafficking and also deliberated on the possibilities to coordinate efforts to counter these threats.
India is economic powerhouse that cannot be dictated from abroad: Sergey Lavrov
“Those powerhouses of their respective regions and to the large extent for the world economy as China and India – you cannot ignore them and you cannot dictate to them -- that they should develop the way that will continue to enrich the West – this is colonialism,” Lavrov said during his ongoing trip to Africa.
India notes with concern Taliban's decision to ban women from universities in Afghanistan
"We have noted with concern the reports in this regard. India has consistently supported the cause of female education in Afghanistan," Arindam Bagchi, the spokesperson in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.
At UNSC, Jaishankar attacks Pakistan, says 'contemporary epicentre of terrorism' remains very much active
Jaishankar, who presided over the 'UNSC Briefing: Global Counterterrorism Approach: Challenges and Way Forward', described terrorism as an existential threat to international peace and security and said it knows no borders, nationality, or race.
India launches 'Group of Friends' to promote accountability for crimes against peacekeepers
India, Bangladesh, Egypt, France, Morocco and Nepal are co-chairs of the 'Group of Friends to Promote Accountability for Crimes Against Peacekeepers' launched on Thursday during India's current presidency of the UN Security Council.
EAM Jaishankar discusses India's G20 Presidency with UN chief Guterres
The G20 or Group of 20 is an intergovernmental forum of the world's major developed and developing economies. It comprises Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkey, the UK, the US and the European Union.
UN reform been left open-ended, without set timeline: Concept note by India ahead of signature reformed multilateralism meeting in UNSC
India, the current President of the 15-nation UN Security Council, will hold signature events on reformed multilateralism and counter-terrorism that will be chaired by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on December 14 and 15.
Signature events on terror & multilateral reforms to be highlight of India’s UNSC Presidency
Countering terrorism and reformed multilateralism will be among the key priorities for India during its UNSC presidency, which will culminate in the completion of its two-year tenure as non-permanent member of the 15-nation body, said people aware of the matter.
India assumes Presidency of UN Security Council for month of December
India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj will sit in the President's seat at the horse-shoe table. Days before India's Presidency, she met Secretary General Antonio Guterres as well as President of the General Assembly Csaba Korosi and discussed priorities during its presidency of the powerful body.
India to take over UNSC presidency at time of acute crisis
Permanent Representative Ruchira Kamboj will step in as President of a deeply polarised Council where the West is ranged against Moscow and Beijing in a situation exacerbated by veto-wielding Russia's devastating war against Ukraine.
Counter-terrorism, reformed multilateralism India's key priorities during its UNSC presidency
"For us, in the December Presidency, our priorities will be countering terrorism for which we have very successfully built a good narrative in these past few months as well as a focus on reformed multilateralism," India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj told PTI in an exclusive interview.
India, Russia hold extensive dialogue on countering terror & coordination in UNSC
According to a Russian Foreign Ministry statement on November 17, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Vershinin met Vinay Kwatra, Foreign Secretary and had extensive foreign policy consultations with Sanjay Verma, Secretary (West), MEA. India's chairship could focus on counter-terror issues and New Delhi expects support from Russia, a P-5 member.
UN: India voices concerns on energy, food security due to Ukraine conflict
Addressing a UN Security Council (UNSC) debate on Ukraine, India's top ambassador to the UN, underscored the adverse impact of the Ukraine conflict, especially the developing countries.
India lambasts Pakistan, China for blocking global UN terrorist designation
"We must collectively call out those who provide safe havens to terrorists as also those who stand with them and come to their defence including in the UNSC sanctions regime," Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra said during a UNSC briefing in New york.
India's approach to Ukraine conflict people-centric: India at UNSC
Russia started its military operation in Ukraine in the last week of February this year, resulting in a large-scale humanitarian situation.
India calls for return to negotiating table to end Ukraine conflict
Speaking at the UNSC briefing on Ukraine ‘Fight against impunity’, Jaishankar said that the need of the hour is to end the conflict in Ukraine and return to the negotiating table. “This Council is the most powerful symbol of diplomacy. It must continue to live up to its purpose,” he said.
VTC format used by Ukrainian President in UNSC is not far from controversy
This practice evolved from the UK’s Presidency of the UNSC in April, and was carried forward by Albania’s UNSC Presidency in June 2022. Each of these meetings were held in "Briefing" format. The meeting on Ukraine in the UNSC Wednesday was also under a “Briefing” format.
India acknowledges role of OSCE in addressing Ukraine crisis
“We call for direct contacts and negotiations with a view to cease hostilities. India has been in touch with both the Russian Federation and Ukraine in this regard and will continue to remain engaged,” UN Deputy Permanent Representative to UN R Ravindra noted, while Addressing UNSC briefing: OSCE (Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe).
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