President of Kenya Calls for Urgent Reform of the United Nations Security Council

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By Kundu Ronald

In a compelling address to the General Assembly during the High-level week, President William Samoei Ruto of Kenya issued a fervent call for the reform of the United Nations Security Council. He decried the institution as "dysfunctional, undemocratic, non-inclusive, un-representative," marking a resolute stance on the need for change in the highest echelon of global governance.

President Ruto minced no words when he criticized the Security Council's current state, asserting, "If any confirmation was ever needed that the United Nations Security Council is dysfunctional, undemocratic, non-inclusive, un-representative and therefore incapable of delivering meaningful progress in our world as presently constituted, the rampant impunity of certain actors on the global scene settles the matter." His impassioned address struck a chord with many world leaders and diplomats in attendance, sparking a renewed debate on the Council's effectiveness and structure.

The Kenyan Head of State did not limit his address to a critique of the Security Council alone. He also highlighted the dire situation in Haiti, emphasizing the need for swift and comprehensive action. "We urge the United Nations to urgently deliver an appropriate framework to facilitate the deployment of Multinational Security Support as part of a holistic response to Haiti's challenges," President Ruto implored. He called upon the Security Council to play a positive role in addressing Haiti's crisis by approving a resolution under Chapter Seven, tailored to the specific needs of Haiti and its people.

The President's remarks reflect the frustration felt by many nations over the perceived ineffectiveness and imbalance of power within the United Nations Security Council. This longstanding issue has hindered the organization's ability to address critical global challenges promptly and fairly.

President Ruto's call for reform is expected to ignite a broader discussion among member states on reshaping the Security Council's structure, with the hope of making it more representative and capable of addressing the pressing issues facing the world today.

As the General Assembly continues its deliberations during the High-level week, the call for reform of the United Nations Security Council stands as a stark reminder of the need for progress and adaptation within the international community's premier institution for peace and security. The path to reform may be arduous, but President Ruto's passionate appeal has set the stage for a necessary and long-overdue conversation on reshaping the world's security architecture.

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