Have To Pressure – Jaishankar On Getting Permanent UNSC Seat

SHIMLA (ANI) – External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reaffirmed that India is exerting pressure to become the permanent UNSC member.

“Our aim is to get it as soon as possible. But this target won’t be achieved that soon. Because the permanent members still enjoy much clout. Whether it’s the Ukraine or Gaza, they make dealings among themselves on issues that affect the whole world. So, they won’t want it (number of permanent members) to become six, seven or eight,” Jaishankar said.

The EAM also recalled when India got the chance to become a permanent UNSC member but forgo the opportunity. “50 years ago, we had the opportunity, but the then-government didn’t accept it. They didn’t think the matter was of that priority. But today I think the situation is favorable for us…If you ask developed countries, they consider India as a very reliable partner,” Jaishankar said.

He also pointed out that no elections are taking place at the United Nations regarding permanent members of the UN Security Council.

Jaishankar affirmed that with strong leadership and a sense of self-confidence, India will move in the direction of a developed nation.