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India, Moldova discuss UNSC reforms, fight against terror | India News

India, Moldova discuss UNSC reforms, fight against terror | India News

2 min readNew DelhiJul 21, 2026 05:26 AM IST INDIA AND Moldova discussed reforms of multilateral organisations, including the UN Security Council, and cooperation in the fight against terrorism, as President Droupadi Murmu landed in Chisinau on her state visit to the country. Murmu is the first Indian head of state to visit the landlocked Eastern European country since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1992. The President held bilateral discussions with her Moldovan counterpart Maia Sandu, where the two leaders explored new avenues of cooperation in trade and investment, digital transformation, information technology, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, education, culture and capacity building, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Briefing the media, MEA’s Secretary (West) Sibi George said, “They also discussed cooperation in (the) fight against terrorism. Both sides discussed (the) importance of reforms of multilateral organisations, including the UNSC.” As a special gesture of friendship, Murmu presented a bust of Mahatma Gandhi to President Sandu. The President laid a wreath at the Monument of Stefan cel Mare si Sfant (Stephen the Great), paying …

EAM Jaishankar launches India’s UNSC campaign for 2028-29 term

EAM Jaishankar launches India’s UNSC campaign for 2028-29 term

India will work for a secure, peaceful and equitable world where the voice of the Global South is heard in equal measure, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Monday (July 13, 2026). Mr. Jaishankar made these remarks as he launched India’s official campaign for a non-permanent seat at the UNSC for the 2028–29 term. He outlined in detail India’s approach to the United Nations, emphasising that it is rooted in ‘Shanti: Securing Holistic Advancement through Norms, Trust, Integrity’ as he launched India’s campaign for the two-year tenure at an event in the UN headquarters attended by UN Ambassadors, diplomats and officials. “India’s focus will be on working for a secure, peaceful, and equitable world-a world where the voice of the Global South is heard in equal measure. A world where peacekeeping is ready for contemporary and future challenges. A world where multilateralism reflects contemporary realities and provides effective solutions, not remaining a bystander,” he said. “A world where the promise of technology is fully realised while safeguarding against its misuse and misapplication. A world …

Firmly opposed to attacks on merchant shipping: India tells UNSC amid ongoing Iran conflict

Firmly opposed to attacks on merchant shipping: India tells UNSC amid ongoing Iran conflict

India voiced its firm opposition to attacks on merchant shipping amid the ongoing Iran conflict, as it told the UN Security Council that several of its nationals have died or are missing due to attacks in the region. “We expressed our deep concern at the conflict in Iran and the Gulf region that unfortunately began in the holy month of Ramadan and urged all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation and prioritise the safety of civilians,” India’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni said on Wednesday (June 10, 2026). West Asia war LIVE updates Addressing the UN Security Council open debate on ‘Maintenance of International Peace and Security: Advancing Political Solutions in the Middle East: Mediation and Dialogue for Lasting Peace’, Mr. Parvathaneni said India is firmly opposed to attacks on merchant shipping, as many of its nationals are prominent in its global workforce. “Many Indian nationals have lost their lives or are missing as a result of attacks against countries of the region and against merchant vessels and sea lanes of communication,” …

At UNSC, India slams Pakistan over support for cross-border terror

At UNSC, India slams Pakistan over support for cross-border terror

India on Tuesday strongly criticised Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), asserting that New Delhi has “every right” to defend itself against cross-border terrorism and warning Islamabad that there would be “consequences” for supporting terror activities directed at India. India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Harish Parvathaneni, delivered the sharp response during a UNSC debate on “Upholding the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and strengthening the UN-centred international system.” The meeting was chaired by Wang Yi under China’s presidency of the 15-member Security Council for May. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Norway backs India for permanent membership in UNSC, says India’s envoy ahead of PM Modi’s visit

Norway backs India for permanent membership in UNSC, says India’s envoy ahead of PM Modi’s visit

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Norway, India’s Ambassador to Norway, Gloria Gangte, highlighted the growing momentum in ties between the two countries and underscored Oslo’s support for New Delhi on global issues, including terrorism and reforms in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Speaking to IANS, Gangte said, “As you know, this is Prime Minister Modi’s first visit to Norway and is taking place after a gap of 43 years since the last prime ministerial visit from India to Norway, and there are a number of objectives in this. This is taking place at a time of global flex as well as the India-EFTA TEPA agreement, which has a provision for investment by EFTA countries of about 100 billion dollars over 15 years and creation of one million jobs in India.” PM Modi will arrive in Norway on Monday to participate in the 3rd India-Nordic Summit and hold key bilateral engagements with Norwegian leaders, in what is being described as a landmark visit aimed at deepening strategic, economic and regional cooperation between India …

India lobbies for expansion in UNSC, says lack of reforms limits its credibility

India lobbies for expansion in UNSC, says lack of reforms limits its credibility

India on Friday strongly called for expansion of the UN Security Council with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar saying that the effectiveness and credibility of the global body will remain “constrained” without reforming it. Jaishankar made the remarks at a conclave of the foreign ministers of the BRICS nations in New Delhi. “We meet at a time when the effectiveness of global governance and the credibility of multilateralism are under increasing scrutiny,” he said. “The world today is more interconnected, complex, and multipolar than when many of our current institutions were created. Yet, the structures that underpin global governance have not kept pace with these changes,” he noted. Jaishankar listed four specific points to press for reforming the key international bodies and multilateral trading systems, and asserted that the reform of the United Nations and its subsidiary bodies remains “central”. “The membership of the United Nations has expanded significantly, and its responsibilities have grown. Yet, key structures, particularly the Security Council, continue to reflect an earlier era,” he said. “Without meaningful reform, including expansion in …

India calls for UNSC expansion, says lack of reform ‘constrains’ global body

India calls for UNSC expansion, says lack of reform ‘constrains’ global body

New Delhi, India on Friday strongly called for expansion of the UN Security Council with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar saying that the effectiveness and credibility of the global body will remain “constrained” without reforming it. India calls for UNSC expansion, says lack of reform ‘constrains’ global body Jaishankar made the remarks at a conclave of the foreign ministers of the BRICS nations in New Delhi. “We meet at a time when the effectiveness of global governance and the credibility of multilateralism are under increasing scrutiny,” he said. “The world today is more interconnected, complex, and multipolar than when many of our current institutions were created. Yet, the structures that underpin global governance have not kept pace with these changes,” he noted. Jaishankar listed four specific points to press for reforming the key international bodies and multilateral trading systems, and asserted that the reform of the United Nations and its subsidiary bodies remains “central”. “The membership of the United Nations has expanded significantly, and its responsibilities have grown. Yet, key structures, particularly the Security Council, …

‘Taken On Board India’s Inputs….’: MEA On UN Report Highlighting JeM’s Role In Delhi Blast Case | India News

‘Taken On Board India’s Inputs….’: MEA On UN Report Highlighting JeM’s Role In Delhi Blast Case | India News

Last Updated:February 12, 2026, 23:52 IST Randhir Jaiswal said that the report reflects India’s inputs on cross-border terrorism and the need to strengthen the global fight against terrorism. The car blast near Red Fort Metro left at least 13 people dead and several others injured.(Image: X) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday said that a recent United Nations report flagging the role of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in the 2025 blast near the Red Fort in the national capital has taken into account India’s concerns regarding cross-border terrorism. While addressing a media briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India has noted the 37th report of the Analytical and Support Sanctions Monitoring Team, which was published on February 4, 2026. He said that the report reflects India’s inputs on cross-border terrorism and the need to strengthen the global fight against terrorism. “On the report of the monitoring team, this particular report that you referred to it is there in the public domain, it is online, this was the 37th report of the Analytical and Support …

Full India Vs Pakistan speeches at UNSC: Delhi embarrasses Pak army chief Munir in front of world

Full India Vs Pakistan speeches at UNSC: Delhi embarrasses Pak army chief Munir in front of world

Published on Dec 16, 2025 09:26 am IST At the United Nations Security Council, India delivers a powerful rebuttal to Pakistan’s remarks on Jammu & Kashmir, reaffirming that the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India. India calls out Pakistan’s obsession with spreading falsehoods, its sponsorship of cross-border terrorism, and its violations of the Indus Waters Treaty. The address also underscores India’s commitment to UN reforms, multilateralism, and global peace leadership. Watch the full faceoff here.   News / Videos / Full India Vs Pakistan speeches at UNSC: Delhi embarrasses Pak army chief Munir in front of world Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

India Demands Comprehensive UNSC Reform: ‘Time To Redesign 80-Year-Old Architecture’ | World News

India Demands Comprehensive UNSC Reform: ‘Time To Redesign 80-Year-Old Architecture’ | World News

Last Updated:November 16, 2025, 06:00 IST India has emphasised that the overall endeavour needs to be on ‘redesigning’ the Council’s architecture to meet current and future challenges purposefully India, alongside its G4 partners—Brazil, Germany, and Japan—advocates for increasing the total membership of the Council from the current 15 to around 25 or 26 by adding six new permanent members and four or five non-permanent members. File pic/AP India has once again mounted a strong push for comprehensive reform of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), arguing that the eight-decade-old body’s structure is deeply anachronistic and ill-equipped to handle contemporary geopolitical realities. India’s position, articulated at the UN, is clear: the Council must expand in both the permanent and non-permanent categories, stressing that any piecemeal or superficial changes will fail to make the UN’s principal organ for peace and security fit for purpose. The current structure of the UNSC, with its five permanent members (P5) retaining veto power, was established in 1945 following the conclusion of World War II. India argues that this post-war architecture no longer …