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Time of India
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
India Calls For Urgent UN Reform, Urges Agency To Adapt To New Faces of Terror And Conflict
/ Jul 23, 2025, 11:33AM IST In a stirring speech at the United Nations, India's Permanent Representative, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, laid out a powerful vision for peace, equity, and global cooperation. As the UN turns 80, Harish emphasized the urgent need to reform the UN Security Council, adapt to new-age conflicts, and uphold true multilateralism. He highlighted how India, the largest cumulative contributor to UN Peacekeeping, has always led with action, from decolonization to climate resilience and humanitarian relief. Warning against outdated frameworks in a world now rife with state-sponsored terrorism, non-state actors, and digital radicalism, Harish called for time-bound action on the 'Pact for the Future.' India's global leadership in women-led peacekeeping, fair trade, and development was showcased as a template for the future. This video breaks down what India told the world, and why it matters now more than ever.#india #unitednations #unsc #terrorism #indiaun #unreform #multilateralism #peacekeeping #pactforthefuture #parvathaneniharish #globalgovernance #unscreform #indialeader #toi #toibharat #bharat #trending #breakingnews #indianews
Scoop
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Scoop
‘Peace Is A Choice': UN Chief Urges Diplomacy As Wars Spread From Gaza To Ukraine
22 July 2025 This is the only sustainable path to global security, he told ministers at a high-level open debate of the Security Council on Tuesday. The Secretary-General emphasised that the UN Charter 's tools – negotiation, mediation, conciliation, arbitration and more – remain a lifeline when tensions escalate, grievances fester and states lose trust in each other. These tools are needed now more than ever, he stressed, as conflicts rage and international law is violated with impunity. ' The cost is staggering – measured in human lives, shattered communities and lost futures. We need look no further than the horror show in Gaza – with a level of death and destruction without parallel in recent times.' The risk of starvation looms and aid operations are being denied the space and safety to function. UN premises, such as the UN Office for Project Services (UNOPS) and the World Health Organization (WHO)'s main warehouse, have been hit despite parties being notified of their locations. 'These premises are inviolable and must be protected under international humanitarian law – without exception,' Mr. Guterres reiterated. Peace is a choice – make it From Gaza to Ukraine, from the Sahel to Sudan, Haiti and Myanmar, 'conflict is raging, international law is being trampled, and hunger and displacement are at record levels,' he continued, adding that terrorism, violent extremism and transnational crime also remain 'persistent scourges' pushing security further out of reach. ' Peace is a choice. And the world expects the Security Council to help countries make this choice. ' Mr. Guterres pointed to the UN Charter's bedrock obligation in Article 2.3 that 'all Members shall settle their international disputes by peaceful means', and to Chapter VI, which empowers the Security Council to support 'negotiation, enquiry, mediation, conciliation, arbitration, judicial settlement, resort to regional agencies or arrangements, or other peaceful means of their own choice.' Action 16 of last year's Pact for the Future urges states to recommit to preventive diplomacy, he said, commending Pakistan – the Council President for July – for tabling a resolution encouraging fuller use of those tools, which was adopted unanimously at the meeting. P5 must overcome divisions Security Council members – 'in particular its permanent members' – must overcome divisions, the Secretary-General said, reminding them that even during the Cold War, Council dialogue underpinned peacekeeping missions and humanitarian access, and helped prevent a third world war. He urged members to keep channels open, build consensus and make the body 'more representative' of today's geopolitical realities with more inclusive, transparent and accountable working methods. Mr. Guterres also urged deeper cooperation with regional and subregional organizations. Mediation can work even amid war, he said, noting the third anniversary of the Black Sea Initiative and a related memorandum with Russia that enabled grain movements during the conflict in Ukraine. Renew commitment to multilateralism States must honour their obligations under the Charter; international human rights, refugee and humanitarian law, and the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence, Mr. Guterres said. ' As we mark the 80th anniversary of our Organization and the Charter that gave it life and shape, we need to renew our commitment to the multilateral spirit of peace through diplomacy,' he said. ' I look forward to working with you to achieve the international peace and security the people of the world need and deserve. ' Security Council open debate A signature event of the Pakistani presidency, Tuesday's open debate was chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar. The session aimed to assess the effectiveness of existing mechanisms for pacific dispute settlement, examine best practices and explore new strategies for tackling protracted conflicts. It also sought to enhance cooperation with regional organizations, boost capacity-building and resource mobilisation, and align future efforts with the conflict-prevention vision outlined in the Pact for the Future.
The Hindu
18-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
India calls for time-bound UNSC reforms, backs 'Pact for the Future' agreement
India has called for urgent and time-bound UN Security Council reforms while reiterating its strong commitment to the implementation and review of the 'Pact for the Future' agreement to strengthen global cooperation. Speaking at an informal dialogue on Thursday (July 18, 2025), India's permanent representative to the UN Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish also stressed the importance of coherence with G20, World Trade Organisation, World Bank, and IMF processes. The Pact for the Future is a United Nations agreement adopted at the Summit of the Future in September 2024, aiming to strengthen global cooperation and address current and future challenges. 'We must particularly ensure dedicated attention to critical reform areas, especially the UN Security Council expansion and international financial architecture reform, where progress has been insufficient,' he said. As regards to UN Security Council reforms, the "majority agree that the body should be reflective of the current geopolitical realities" and enhance the "Council's credibility," he said while emphasising the need to 'resist efforts by those who seek to maintain the status quo.' India has been at the forefront of the years-long efforts to reform the Security Council, saying it rightly deserves a place as a permanent member of the Council, which in its current form does not represent the geo-political realities of the 21st Century. In his remarks, Mr. Harish said India remains committed to working collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure the effective implementation of the pact and its annexes. "India believes the 2028 review should be results-oriented and forward-looking," he said while delivering remarks at the third interactive informal dialogue on the review of the Pact for the Future agreement. Ambassador Harish also presented a copy of the Hindi translation of the Pact for the Future to UN General Assembly President Philemon Yang, Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations posted on social media. The Pact for the Future covers a broad range of themes, including peace and security, sustainable development, climate change, digital cooperation, human rights, gender, youth and future generations, and the transformation of global governance.
News18
18-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
India calls for time-bound UNSC reforms, backs Pact for the Future agreement
Last Updated: New York, Jul 18 (PTI) India has called for urgent and time-bound UN Security Council reforms while reiterating its strong commitment to the implementation and review of the 'Pact for the Future" agreement to strengthen global cooperation. Speaking at an informal dialogue on Thursday, India's permanent representative to the UN Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish also stressed the importance of coherence with G20, World Trade Organisation, World Bank, and IMF processes. The Pact for the Future is a United Nations agreement adopted at the Summit of the Future in September 2024, aiming to strengthen global cooperation and address current and future challenges. 'We must particularly ensure dedicated attention to critical reform areas, especially the UN Security Council expansion and international financial architecture reform, where progress has been insufficient," he said. As regards to UN Security Council reforms, the 'majority agree that the body should be reflective of the current geopolitical realities" and enhance the 'Council's credibility," he said while emphasising the need to 'resist efforts by those who seek to maintain the status quo." India has been at the forefront of the years-long efforts to reform the Security Council, saying it rightly deserves a place as a permanent member of the Council, which in its current form does not represent the geo-political realities of the 21st Century. 'India believes the 2028 review should be results-oriented and forward-looking," he said while delivering remarks at the third interactive informal dialogue on the review of the Pact for the Future agreement. Ambassador Harish also presented a copy of the Hindi translation of the Pact for the Future to UN General Assembly President Philemon Yang, Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations posted on social media. The Pact for the Future covers a broad range of themes, including peace and security, sustainable development, climate change, digital cooperation, human rights, gender, youth and future generations, and the transformation of global governance. PTI RD ZH RD RD (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: July 18, 2025, 17:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
India calls for time-bound UNSC reforms, backs 'Pact for the Future' agreement
India has called for urgent and time-bound UN Security Council reforms while reiterating its strong commitment to the implementation and review of the " Pact for the Future " agreement to strengthen global cooperation . Speaking at an informal dialogue on Thursday, India's permanent representative to the UN Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish also stressed the importance of coherence with G20, World Trade Organisation, World Bank, and IMF processes. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category Public Policy Management Operations Management Product Management Degree Technology Finance PGDM Healthcare Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Digital Marketing Project Management Leadership Data Science MBA healthcare Data Analytics Design Thinking Data Science Others CXO MCA others Skills you'll gain: Duration: 12 Months IIM Calcutta Executive Programme in Public Policy and Management Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Economics for Public Policy Making Quantitative Techniques Public & Project Finance Law, Health & Urban Development Policy Duration: 12 Months IIM Kozhikode Professional Certificate Programme in Public Policy Management Starts on Mar 3, 2024 Get Details The Pact for the Future is a United Nations agreement adopted at the Summit of the Future in September 2024, aiming to strengthen global cooperation and address current and future challenges. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo "We must particularly ensure dedicated attention to critical reform areas, especially the UN Security Council expansion and international financial architecture reform , where progress has been insufficient," he said. As regards to UN Security Council reforms, the "majority agree that the body should be reflective of the current geopolitical realities " and enhance the "Council's credibility," he said while emphasising the need to "resist efforts by those who seek to maintain the status quo." Live Events India has been at the forefront of the years-long efforts to reform the Security Council, saying it rightly deserves a place as a permanent member of the Council, which in its current form does not represent the geo-political realities of the 21st Century. In his remarks, Harish said India remains committed to working collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure the effective implementation of the pact and its annexes. "India believes the 2028 review should be results-oriented and forward-looking," he said while delivering remarks at the third interactive informal dialogue on the review of the Pact for the Future agreement. Ambassador Harish also presented a copy of the Hindi translation of the Pact for the Future to UN General Assembly President Philemon Yang, Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations posted on social media. The Pact for the Future covers a broad range of themes, including peace and security, sustainable development, climate change, digital cooperation, human rights, gender, youth and future generations, and the transformation of global governance.
