New UNSC Permanent Members without Veto Would Be 'Second-Class': India

India Calls for Equal Veto Rights in UN Security Council Reform

China, France, Russia, the UK and the US are the five permanent members of the 15-nation Security Council and enjoy veto powers.

New UNSC permanent members without veto would be 'second-class': India

India has said that any proposed UN Security Council reform creating permanent members without veto powers is unacceptable. Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni emphasized that all permanent members should have equal rights, reflecting fairness and justice. India continues to advocate for expanding both permanent and non-permanent membership categories in the Council.

India rejects second-class permanent seats in UN Security Council reform

India told the UN that every permanent member of a reformed Security Council must hold veto power. New Delhi said unequal powers would preserve P5 control and create second-class members.

'Veto Must Be Used With Restraint': India Pushes For Comprehensive UN Security Council Reforms

India has reiterated its alignment with the Common African Position on UN Security Council reform, insisting that all permanent members of an expanded Council must enjoy the same rights and responsibilities.

'Veto should be held by all permanent members': India at UN

NEW DELHI: India has called for comprehensive reforms of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), saying all permanent members of a reformed Council

India Calls for UNSC Reforms, Says Veto Power Must Extend to All Members

Citing the historical trajectory of the veto's usage, the Indian envoy highlighted how its disproportionate exercise by a handful of members has undermined the credibility of the Council