Addressing geopolitical challenges requires bridging global deficits

Calling for reform of the 'outdated' global framework to effectively deal with geopolitical challenges, External Affairs Minister Jaishankar said the conflict in Gaza is a matter of grave concern and requires a permanent solution to the humanitarian crisis arising from it. So that the most affected people can get immediate relief.

The External Affairs Minister made this remark in his digital statement at the 55th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council held in Geneva, adding that he also advocated a multilateral format to urgently adapt to the current global realities by correcting the systemic flaws in the existing institutions.

It will be in the collective interest of various stakeholders to find lasting solutions to geopolitical challenges within and beyond the United Nations.

'For this, the time has come to overhaul the old framework and correct the systemic flaws. A multilateral framework should be urgently tailored for this purpose, reflecting current global realities.

India has been pushing for reforms in the United Nations, particularly the United Nations Security Council. In his remarks, Jaishankar expressed deep concern over the situation in Gaza.

The conflict in Gaza is of concern to all of us. Humanitarian crises arising from conflicts require lasting solutions that provide immediate relief to those most affected. It should be clear that terrorism and hostage-taking are unacceptable.

It is in our collective interest and our responsibility to work together to find lasting solutions to geopolitical challenges at the United Nations and beyond. India's approach to human rights is consistent with that. Our Constitution guarantees the protection of civil and political rights and provides for the progressive introduction of economic, social and cultural rights.