Remarks at a UN General Assembly Debate on Use of the Veto

Mark Simonoff
Legal Advisor
New York, New York

AS DELIVEREDThank you, Mr. President. The Security Council needs to better reflect the UN today – particularly by including geographically diverse perspectives – so that it can better respond to 21st century challenges, which is imperative for the Council’s continued relevance and credibility.The United States continues to believe that the standing mandate to convene a General Assembly debate whenever a veto is cast is a significant step toward the accountability, transparency, and responsibility of all of the permanent members of the Security Council who wield its power.The United States has been pleased […]

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