President of the 78th Session of the UN General Assembly, Dennis Francis, acknowledged India’s significant role in the United Nations, describing it as a “mature, highly respected member” and a leader in various aspects.
He also expressed optimism about India’s potential to secure a permanent seat on the Security Council, recognising the nation’s credibility and influence within the General Assembly.
The UNGA President was addressing a press conference in the national capital on Wednesday when he was questioned on the world’s largest democracy’s absence from the security council.
Francis expressed concerns about the outdated structure of the Security Council, which he believes fails to reflect the current geopolitical realities.
“The Security Council of the UN as it currently exists harks back to a period in world history that no longer exists. Since then, the world has changed radically,” remarked Francis, highlighting the council’s inability to make crucial decisions for international peace and security, often due to geopolitical influences leading to the use of the veto.
