The issue will resume the debate on the reform of the Council, composed of 15 members but with only five permanent seats since its creation, occupied by China, France, Russia, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Africa, one of the most underrepresented regions within the global system, demands more space within the Security Council.

Some versions of the negotiations propose an expanded Security Council between 21 and 27 members, which should, as a priority, “correct the historical injustice against Africa”.

These negotiations recognize Africa as a special case, which should improve the representation of under and unrepresented regions and groups.

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