Prime Minister Justin Trudeau denies he dropped support for a second term for Michaë​lle Jean as the head of la Francophonie to bolster Canada's bid for a seat at the UN Security Council. Trudeau said Canada had supported a renewed mandate for Jean, but it became clear that she did not have enough support to win. Trudeau said Canada has been speaking with "African friends" and others about Canada's potential role at the world body. The Security Council has five permanent members (China, the United States, France, the United Kingdom and Russia) and 10 elected rotating members. Canada is not currently on the Security Council, but is seeking a two-year term starting in 2021.

Source: CBC News October 12, 2018 10:17 UTC