India’s call for reform at the United Nations appears to be gaining support from BangladeshUNGA President Khalilur Rahman advocated for meaningful change within the Security CouncilHe said the 1945-era system is no longer relevant to today’s world.
Published: September 10, 2026, 9:23 AM IST
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India receives support of Bangladesh in the UN, will New Delhi’s entry into the Security Council be easy? (Pic: X)
Bangladesh has joined India’s voice on the international stageYes, Bangladesh has also acknowledged India’s stance on reform within the United NationsIndia has long been demanding reform of the UNSC (United Nations Security Council)Now, Bangladesh has reiterated that demandIndeed, the new President of the UNGA (United Nations General Assembly), Khalilur Rahman, stated that the organization should undergo meaningful reform, not merely cosmetic reformLike India, he also emphasized the need for change within the Security Council, arguing that the 1945 system is not suited to today’s worldThis stance by Bangladesh aligns with India’s long-standing demand for Security Council reformConsequently, India’s path to entry into the UNSC appears to be easing.
UN General Assembly President Khalilur Rahman said that reforms should be such that they can strengthen the world’s trust in the United Nations and prepare the organization for future challengesIt is noteworthy that Khalilur Rahman assumed the post of President of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday (September 9, 2026)During a media interaction, PTI asked him how his presidency could help advance the long-stalled UN Security Council reforms.
Bangladesh joins India’s chorus
On this, he said that reforms should not be just for the sake of nameHe said, “Reforms must be meaningfulThese reforms must restore the world’s trust in the United NationsIf this does not happen, these reforms will be considered minor or merely cosmeticI take this reform very seriously.”
What is India’s demand?
It is worth noting that India has long called for reform of the United Nations Security Council and greater representation for developing countriesIndia also maintains that the current global order does not reflect a realistic picture of today’s worldKhalilur Rahman’s views also resonate with India.
UN needs to prepare for the future
Khalilur Rahman, a former Foreign Minister of Bangladesh, said he will continue to support UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ UN80 initiative, which aims to simplify, improve, and streamline the UN systemHe said that a lack of trust is a major problem facing the UN right nowThe organization needs to undertake deep reforms that will prepare it not only for today but also for the future.
‘Now we have to change with the times’
He said, “This is not 1945We are not in the era of the San Francisco Conference.” He was referring to the historic conference where the UN Charter was approvedKhalilur Rahman said that the world has now entered the 21st century and the United Nations has been in existence for more than 80 yearsTherefore, the world has changed, and the UN must also change with the timesHe said, “The world has moved onThe organization must also move on, and I will help in this process.”
Emphasis to be on dialogue and cooperation
The UNGA President stated that he prioritizes cooperation and dialogue to address the challenges facing the world and seize new opportunitiesHe acknowledged that not every problem can be resolved immediately and through mutual agreementSome issues may remain unresolved for a long time, and in some cases, finding solutions may take timeHe emphasized that despite this, countries should continue to strive for common ground and consensus wherever possibleKhalilur Rahman was elected President of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in JuneThe session began on September 8 at UN HeadquartersHe succeeds former German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock
