Tanzania calls for reforms at UN Security Council to reflect today’s global political landscape

Tanzania’s government has demanded reforms at the United Nations Security Council to align with today’s global political realities. Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation James Millya made the statement at the Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on UN Security Council Reform, held alongside the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya. The meeting was co-led by French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot and Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Musalia Mudavadi. Millya highlighted that the world has evolved significantly since the UN’s founding, requiring reforms to reflect 21st-century dynamics. He referenced former Tanzanian Vice President Dr. Philip Mpango’s earlier call for change during the 80th UN General Assembly session. A key concern raised was Africa’s underrepresentation in the Security Council, despite the continent comprising over a quarter of UN member states. Participants stressed that Africa’s central role in global issues demands fairer representation. Discussions also extended beyond the Security Council, advocating for broader reforms in international financial institutions like the World Bank and IMF. The goal is to create a more inclusive global governance system that reflects current geopolitical realities. Tanzania’s push for reform follows its upcoming bid for a non-permanent Security Council seat in 2029, reinforcing its commitment to advocating for African interests on the world stage.