China's Permanent Mission to the United Nations has called for increased international cooperation to support Syria in achieving stability and development, emphasizing the need for a Syrian-led and owned political process aligned with UN Security Council Resolution 2254.
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202501/1326549.shtmlIndia's permanent representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj, presented a six-point plan at the UN Security Council to support African efforts in silencing guns by the end of this decade. The plan was discussed during a debate on Friday, which was led by Mozambique, whose presidency was congratulated by Kamboj for its success. The six-point plan aims to address conflict-ridden regions in Africa, including the Sahel, Central Africa and the Horn of Africa, where instability is driven by factors such as chronic political instability, ethnic divisions, and exploitation by terrorist and armed groups.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/international/ruchira-kamboj-lays-down-6-point-plan-on-silencing-the-guns-in-africa-at-un-security-council/Pakistan's Ambassador to the UN, Munir Akram, expressed concern over North Korea's recent ballistic missile test, calling it detrimental to regional and international peace and security. He stated that Pakistan supports the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula and the implementation of relevant UNSC resolutions. Akram urged the Security Council to revive dialogue and reduce tensions in the region. The test was detected by South Korea's military as an intermediate-range ballistic missile, which North Korea claimed was a new type of hypersonic glide vehicle designed to break through enemy defenses.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1270395-pakistan-urges-for-dialogues-after-n-korea-launches-missile-amid-soaring-tensionsRussia has strengthened its ties with North Korea since invading Ukraine in February 2022, with over 12,000 North Korean troops stationed in Russia and participating in fighting against Ukrainian forces in the Kursk region. This development was reported by Deputy U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Dorothy Camille Shea at a United Nations Security Council meeting.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/01/09/asia-pacific/politics/us-north-korea-war-ukraine/Frederic Berard, a lawyer and professor at Universite de Montreal, suggests that Canada's resources, such as water and electricity, could make it an attractive addition to the United States. However, he notes that it is unlikely Canada would vote to join the U.S. due to its own sovereignty concerns. If the U.S. were to take military action against Canada, Berard advises considering international laws, but acknowledges that Canada's options may be limited given the U.S.'s status as a permanent member of the UN Security Council and its refusal to recognize the International Criminal Court.
https://www.ctvnews.ca/politics/can-the-u-s-really-make-canada-the-51st-state-1.7169167The Romanian Armed Forces have deployed a detachment called "Dacian Pumas" to Bosnia and Herzegovina, consisting of approximately 100 military personnel and 4 helicopters for transport, reconnaissance, and medical evacuation purposes. This deployment is part of the European Union's EUFOR ALTHEA operation, which was launched in December 2004 with a mandate from the United Nations Security Council to ensure stability in the region. Romania is the largest contributor to the mission with around 500 troops, making up nearly half of the over 1,000 military personnel from 24 countries involved. Additionally, Romania holds command positions in two other missions: EUFOR ALTHEA and EUTM RCA, which provides strategic advisory support to the Central African Republic's security forces.
https://www.romania-insider.com/romanian-army-officials-command-eu-bosnia-herzegovina-2025Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will chair a debate at the United Nations (UN) Security Council on April 24 to discuss effective multilateralism and the new world order, as part of Russia's chairmanship of the UN Security Council. The discussion is aimed at upholding the principles outlined in the UN Charter.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/international/russian-foreign-minister-lavrov-to-chair-un-security-council-debate-on-effective-multilateralism/The UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed strong opposition to actions that aim to alter the status of the Occupied Palestinian Territory, citing concerns over escalating tensions and undermining peace efforts in the region. The ministry emphasized the need for international support to advance the Middle East peace process and end practices that hinder a two-state solution. It also urged the United Nations and Security Council to address long-standing issues and conflicts in the region, highlighting the importance of regional peace for sustainable stability and development.
https://www.emirates247.com/world/uae-strongly-condemns-israeli-accounts-publishing-of-alleged-maps-including-parts-of-occupied-palestinian-territory-jordan-syria-lebanon-2025-01-08-1.736090The Security Council held a formal meeting in Panama City in 1973 under the leadership of Ambassador Aquilino Boyd. The council's meeting was seen as an important moment in Panama's national history. Five new countries, including Somalia, will join the council as non-permanent members alongside existing members Algeria, Guyana, the Republic of Korea, Sierra Leone, and Slovenia.
https://africanews.com/2025/01/02/security-council-welcomes-five-new-non-permanent-members/