UN chief backs Security Council reform; India seeks permanent seat amid global challenges.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres supports reforming the Security Council to reflect today’s global realities rather than the 1945 post-WWII structure, according to UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric. He highlighted India as a key, constructive voice in the multilateral system, praising its contributions to peace and development. While the UN pushes for a more representative, effective, and agile council, final decisions on permanent membership rest with member states. India continues to seek permanent status, citing its global role. The 2025 UN General Assembly also marks the organization’s 80th anniversary, a Climate Ambition Summit, and the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration on women’s rights. The UN warns that rising trade barriers and protectionism threaten global economic stability.