"This hall is where Africa came together to give life to the Organization of African Unity, now the African Union ," he stated, acknowledging the transformation of the continent from its early days of independence to the present. "I also see it as an invitation for everyone to cooperate in pursuit of a better future, for Africa and for the world," he continued. Moreover, he called for the reform of global institutions that remain outdated, especially highlighting the absence of a permanent African seat on the UN Security Council . "Let's hope it will be corrected soon," he shared in his statement, especially as there is now a consensus between all Member States that installing "two African members as permanent members of the Security Council " is essential for reform. Recent advancementsIn continuity, Mr. Guterres stressed the importance of the recently adopted Pact for the Future , which addresses the need for reform in the Security Council and international financial architecture.

Source: Ethiopian News October 21, 2024 19:51 UTC