UN Security Council Expansion: India, Brazil, Germany Gain Seats

The United Nations has approved historic Security Council reform, adding India, Brazil, and Germany as permanent members. The expansion addresses long-standing complaints about the body's outdated composition.

India joins Security Council

UN Security Council expands

Historic Reform

The UN General Assembly voted 178-12 to amend the Charter, adding three new permanent Security Council seats. India, Brazil, and Germany join the US, UK, France, Russia, and China.

Modified Veto

New members receive a modified veto power requiring at least one other permanent member to concur. This compromise addressed concerns about expanding unilateral blocking ability.

African Representation

African nations secured commitment for a future permanent African seat within five years. Continental leadership will determine which nation fills the position.

UN Security Council expands with India, Brazil, and Germany as permanent members, adding limited veto power and pledging an African seat.

Aisha Patel

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