The United States is advocating for the creation of two permanent United Nations Security Council seats for African nations and one rotating seat for small island developing states, US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield is set to announce.
This move is part of the US effort to improve ties with Africa and strengthen relations with Pacific Island nations.
The proposal, seen as part of President Biden’s legacy, also aligns with Washington’s longstanding support for India, Japan, and Germany to gain permanent Security Council seats.
While developing nations have long sought Security Council reform, progress has been slow. Thomas-Greenfield clarified that the US does not support expanding veto power beyond the current five countries.
The Security Council, tasked with maintaining international peace, currently includes 15 members, five of whom hold veto power.
