Europe Pushes for Reform of Global Bodies While Russia Highlights New Power Centers

European leaders backed stronger international cooperation but stressed that existing institutions must adapt to changing realities. French President Emmanuel Macron asked whether the world wants to revert to a "law of the jungle" or build a civilized international society. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadefeld called for a United Nations capable not only of managing conflicts but also of delivering lasting solutions.

Italian Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani likened alliances to bridges rather than walls, urging collaborative connectivity. British Prime Minister Andy Burnham warned about misinformation, cyber threats and the risks attached to artificial intelligence.

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov portrayed the Global South and East as emerging power hubs ready to make independent decisions. He accused Western nations of clinging to centuries‑long privileges and special rights, arguing that the current order unfairly favours a few at the expense of the many.