Finland’s President Slams UN Security Council for Failing to Preserve Peace
NEW YORK — In a scathing critique, Finland’s President Alexander Stubb lambasted the UN Security Council (UNSC) on Monday for falling short of its core mission to maintain global peace, declaring that the council is out of touch with the realities of the modern world.
Addressing the Summit of the Future, Stubb called attention to the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, Palestine, Sudan, and Syria, underscoring the urgent need for collective action to address these crises.
Stubb pointed out the glaring lack of representation in the UNSC, highlighting the fact that only one country from Asia is currently a member, with no representation from Latin America or Africa.
He announced his intention to unveil three reform proposals for the Security Council on Wednesday.
Among his proposals is the suggestion to expand the UNSC by adding five new members, including one from Latin America, two from Africa, and two from Asia. He also called for the elimination of veto powers for both permanent and non-permanent members of the UNSC, as well as the suspension of voting rights for any member that blatantly violates the UN Charter.
Stubb emphasized that the current structure of the UNSC is ill-equipped to tackle the challenges of the modern world, urging immediate reforms to bolster its efficacy and inclusivity. — Agencies
