Russian President Vladimir Putin has highlighted the pressing necessity for reform within the United Nations to ensure that countries from Asia, Africa, and Latin America are more adequately represented.
This statement was made at the end of the BRICS summit. Over the course of the three-day event in Kazan, participants engaged in discussions focused on enhancing financial collaboration, seeking alternatives to payment systems dominated by the West, tackling regional conflicts, and contemplating the potential expansion of BRICS membership.
Putin highlighted the importance of updating the UN's structure to reflect the realities of the 21st century, particularly advocating for increased representation in the Security Council and other key bodies.
The BRICS alliance, originally made up of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has recently expanded to include countries like Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia. Additionally, nations such as Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Malaysia have shown interest in joining.
In a session attended by the UN Secretary-General and potential new members, Putin criticized the West for attempting to suppress the growth of emerging competitors through sanctions and protectionist policies, which he argued exacerbate conflicts.
He pointed to the situation in Ukraine as an example of how these tactics threaten Russia's security, asserting that the West's intentions are misguided. The story is from African News.