Highlighting the crucial for India to have a extra distinguished function in multilateralism, Leterme argued, “The legitimacy of the work done by the (UN) Security Council would be enhanced if the P5 is enhanced with India and Brazil, making it more representative. You cannot tackle 21st-century problems with 20th-century setups and solutions.”

Expressing his help for India’s bid for everlasting UNSC membership, Leterme stated, “The UN Security Council needs to be restructured so that India, Brazil, and some other rising nations have a say and have the right to influence decision-making.”

India, a robust contender for everlasting UNSC membership, has expressed dissatisfaction with the dearth of progress in Security Council reform discussions. Currently, the UNSC contains 5 everlasting members and ten non-permanent members, elected for two-year phrases by the UN General Assembly.