Security Council Reform

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This essay discusses reform efforts and proposals, arguing that a revised and enlarged structure of the Security Council would benefit all members and improve the effectiveness of this important UN organ.

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"Inside the United Nations and in both the halls of governments and the popular press, a debate has raged over various proposals to reform the Security Council to make that organ's membership less exclusive and to improve its capacity to function in response to various crises and issues. As Marianne Hanson commented, "the United Nations" Security Council (UNSC) remains the world's primary instrument for maintaining international peace and security.? Various reform proposals have been put forward, reflecting the recognition on the part of many different actors and policymakers that the Security Council would benefit from fundamental changes."

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