President Tokayev Urges Reform of UN Security Council

Speaking at the Astana International Forum, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev advocated for reforming the UN Security Council, emphasizing the need for broader representation, as decisions affecting the entire world should not be made by only a few countries.

According to the head of Kazakhstan, critical decisions impacting billions of people should not be made by just a few countries, The Caspian Post reports citing foreign media.

"Therefore, Kazakhstan supports the expansion of the UN Security Council, including broader regional representation. Structural reform of the Security Council is necessary for the UN to remain relevant and truly reflect the real world," he said.

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev recalled that this year the UN celebrates its 80th anniversary.

"Founded in 1945 by 51 states after a devastating world war, the UN offered a bold vision of a more peaceful and secure world. To date, the organization includes 193 member countries, representing a more diverse, complex, and interconnected global community. However, the main structures of the UN, especially the Security Council, have remained virtually unchanged over time,» he said.

According to the President of Kazakhstan, "this gap between the institutional structure created 80 years ago and modern realities undermines confidence in the UN and its effectiveness."