Algeria has called for a deep reform of the UN Security Council to make it more representative, just, and effective. Speaking at the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, Algerian Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Attaf, emphasized the need for reform to address selectivity and double standards in applying international law. He stressed that the reform should ensure a more representative and fair council.
Attaf reiterated Algeria's support for the African common position, highlighting the need for fair and permanent African representation on the Security Council with full powers. He noted that correcting the historical injustice against Africa requires such representation. The minister also emphasized that reforming the UN is no longer a luxury or an option, but a necessity due to global changes and the need for a more just and representative international system.
The Algerian minister stated that restoring trust in the UN begins with reforming its institutions, but this cannot be achieved without serving the aspirations of peoples seeking self-determination and achieving their national projects. He stressed that the UN's credibility is at stake if its institutions reflect outdated global balances. Attaf also emphasized that the international community cannot advocate for peace and security if the system of international relations continues to prioritize wars as a means of resolving conflicts.
Attaf highlighted that the issue at hand is not a transient crisis in the international system, but a profound review of collective conscience and the ability to preserve and develop the system established after two world wars. He referenced the theme of the current General Assembly session, "Restoring Trust and Managing Transition: A United Nations that Delivers Results for All," which poses a fundamental question about how to restore trust in a system whose rules and institutions have been shaken.
The minister emphasized that trust is restored when words match actions, when the law is one for all, and when peoples see the UN as a common home, not an organization hostage to the tyranny of power balances. He stressed the importance of the UN as a space where diplomacy regains its place, trust in institutions is restored, and respect for international law becomes a shared commitment, not a matter of personal preference.
Attaf's statement reflects Algeria's commitment to enhancing the role and authority of the UN General Assembly and reforming the Security Council. He emphasized that the current international landscape requires a more just and representative system. The Algerian minister's call for reform echoes the concerns of many nations seeking a more equitable and effective international order.
The UN General Assembly session provides a platform for nations to discuss pressing global issues and potential reforms. Algeria's advocacy for a more representative and effective UN Security Council aligns with the aspirations of many countries seeking a fairer international system. The outcome of these discussions and potential reforms will likely have significant implications for global governance and international relations.
Key points
- Algeria calls for deep reform of the UN Security Council to make it more representative and effective.
- The reform aims to address selectivity and double standards in applying international law.
- Algeria emphasizes the need for fair and permanent African representation on the Security Council with full powers.
