Saudi Arabia urges UN Security Council reform and veto restrictions
The Kingdom calls for greater representation of developing nations and limits on veto power in cases of mass atrocities.
At a glance
- Saudi Arabia called for comprehensive Security Council reform emphasising fair representation and inclusiveness
- The Kingdom advocated for restrictions on veto power in cases of genocide and crimes against humanity
- Reform proposals must reflect the aspirations of developing nations, Saudi Arabia said
- Intergovernmental negotiations should be the primary framework for advancing reform, according to the Kingdom
Saudi Arabia has called for comprehensive reform of the United Nations Security Council during a General Assembly session, emphasising fair representation, inclusiveness and stronger accountability for developing countries. The Kingdom stressed that reform must be based on equality and effectiveness, with particular focus on the aspirations of nations from the Global South.
Saudi Arabia also advocated for improvements to the Security Council's working methods and restrictions on veto power, particularly in situations involving genocide, crimes against humanity and serious violations of international law. The Kingdom said it remains ready to work with other UN member states to achieve comprehensive reform.
Why it matters
The Security Council's composition and veto powers have long been debated, with developing nations arguing the current structure does not reflect modern geopolitical realities.
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