Press Release: UNSC Reform

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Shiv R. Jhawar, MAS, EA, CA
Founder, Noble World Foundation
Author of Building a Noble World
Email: nwf091674@gmail.com
Website: nobleworld.org

Chicago, IL December 4, 2023 – Embracing the motto “One Earth, One Family, No More Wars,” Noble World Foundation (NWF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to global peace, today announced its proposal for a pivotal United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reform. The NWF initiative advocates for a significant change in the UNSC by proposing the transfer of membership and veto power from individual states to regional organizations, such as the European Union. This reform aims to enhance the UNSC’s decision-making process, making it more democratic and effective. This proposed change to regional representation aligns with the UNSC’s existing method of selecting non-permanent members based on regional affiliations.

The article “The Urgent Need for UNSC Reform: A Path to Global Peace,” detailing the Noble World Foundation’s proposal, is available on its official website, nobleworld.org.

Recent global events have highlighted the urgency for reforming the UNSC. Notably, on February 25, 2022, Russia vetoed a UNSC resolution against its Ukraine invasion, despite widespread support from other members. A similar instance occurred on December 8, 2023, when the United States vetoed a resolution calling for a humanitarian cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Were Russia’s and the US’s vetoes democratic? These episodes highlight the critical flaws of the UNSC’s current system, where individual countries can unilaterally impede consensus.

“Amidst the dreariness of veto power, your voice is a beacon of hope,” articulates Shiv R. Jhawar, founder of Noble World Foundation. “Join us in our effort to evolve the UNSC from a state-centric to a region-focused council, for a balanced global voice.”

NWF urges political leaders to acknowledge the crucial role of regional unions in preventing conflicts and to endorse their inclusion in the UNSC. Such a step could significantly contribute to ending wars. In addition, the NWF proposes the introduction of a United Nations-issued World Citizen Passport to promote global unity and peace.

To learn more, visit nobleworld.org.

About Noble World Foundation

Founded in 2004 and based in Chicago, USA, Noble World Foundation (NWF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on promoting peace and understanding globally. NWF strives to create a world marked by non-violence and respect for all. Visit nobleworld.org to learn more.