At a high-stakes UN candidate forum, Macky Sall, Senegal’s ex-leader and top UN Secretary-General hopeful, declared it’s time to get brave about reforming the Security Council. The debate, dragging on for more than three decades, reveals a body out of sync with modern realities, he noted.
‘Everyone concurs: the UNSC fails to mirror our world today,’ Sall told the audience Wednesday. Proposals abound, yet caution prevails amid tensions, with calls for more waiting. Undeterred, the G4 advocate – speaking for India, Germany, Japan, Brazil – vowed to propel reforms ahead.
Inclusivity must pair with sustained legitimacy and impact, Sall cautioned, navigating the veto-wielding P5’s complexities. ‘I’ll keep all doors open and push as hard as I can,’ he said. Member nations hold the final say, he reminded, not the UN chief.
Africa’s lone contender in a field dominated by Latin American rivals, Sall carries Burundi’s nomination. Protests swirled outside as he engaged questioners inside. His AU presidency saw the bloc join the G20 during India’s summit, a triumph born of persistent talks.
‘Dialogue without barriers is what I offer the organization,’ Sall asserted. This experience positions him uniquely to bridge divides and modernize the UNSC, making his bid a beacon for underrepresented regions seeking equity in global governance.
