In UN General Assembly discussion on matters affecting the Security Council including "equitable representation," @NamibiaUN (African Group) notes that Africa should retain the right to choose its own permanent Council membership. Reform is a "moral imperative."

Those who supported Blanche's nomination should be ashamed. They aren't.

In UN General Assembly discussion on matters affecting the Security Council including "equitable representation," @NamibiaUN (African Group) reminds that "Africa needs to be at the table, not on the menu." Unjust African representation on the Council must change.

In UN General Assembly discussion on matters affecting the Security Council including the matter of "equitable representation," @GermanyUN (G4) seeks a "consolidated model" going forward in the form of a draft text for negotiations. Seeks a clear path forward.

In UN General Assembly discussion on matters affecting the Security Council including on "equitable representation," @GermanyUN (G4) notes that "all models are on the table" and we must now transition to text-based negotiations. Council legitimacy and representation are linked.

In UN General Assembly discussion on matters affecting the Security Council including the matter of "equitable representation," @UN_PGA seeks "balanced solutions" which can win assent for key reforms. We must become "patient builders" not passive ones.

In UN General Assembly discussion on matters affecting the Security Council including the matter of "equitable representation," @UN_PGA reinforces the importance of member state-driven reforms, reminds that "we are not starting from a blank page." Move to "focused discussions."

In UN General Assembly discussion on matters affecting the Security Council including the matter of "equitable representation," @UN_PGA reminds that when the Council works, the UN works. Highlights Pact for the Future proposed reforms.

Today in UN General Assembly (in a largely empty chamber), discussion on matters affecting the Security Council including the matter of "equitable representation." @UN_PGA (given by VP) highlights "central promises" of the UN which must be fulfilled.

At UN joint meeting of the UN Peacebuilding Commission and the African Union Peace and Security Council, SRSG to the AU Parfait Onanga-Anyanga seeks more regular PBC consultation with the Security Council and General Assembly on how to address cross-border risks to the peace.

At UN joint meeting of the UN Peacebuilding Commission and the African Union Peace and Security Council, SRSG to the AU Parfait Onanga-Anyanga lauds an increasingly "institutionalized" partnership which is both more predictable and more impactful.

At UN joint meeting of the UN Peacebuilding Commission and the African Union Peace and Security Council, SRSG to the AU Parfait Onanga-Anyanga seeks "deeper co-creation" as part of a "forward-looking" partnership. How do we prevent conflict? How do we make it work?

Sure, we wouldn't want to ruin any careers over the systemic rape of young girls.

At UN joint meeting of the UN Peacebuilding Commission and the African Union Peace and Security Council, AU Commissioner insists that women and youth are essential to effective peacebuilding, and international support is essential to building necessary capacity.

At UN joint meeting of the UN Peacebuilding Commission and the African Union Peace and Security Council, AU Commissioner highlights partnership outcomes from prior meetings, reminds that "peace must bring safety and security." Seeks functional institutions in post-conflict settings.

At UN joint meeting of the UN Peacebuilding Commission and the African Union Peace and Security Council, Cameroon Ambassador (Co-Chair) highlights the "careful planning" which must accompany any security-related transitions and follow-up, context-specific responses.

At UN joint meeting of the UN Peacebuilding Commission and the African Union Peace and Security Council, Cameroon Ambassador (Co-Chair) seeks "quick impact projects" which are nationally owned, regionally enabled, and sensitive to inclusive development priorities.

At UN joint meeting of the UN Peacebuilding Commission and the African Union Peace and Security Council, Cameroon Ambassador (Co-Chair) cites the benefits of comprehensive, nationally owned peacebuilding solutions towards sustainable peace.

At UN joint meeting of the UN Peacebuilding Commission and the African Union Peace and Security Council, @Morocco_UN (PBC Chair) shares suggestions on how to enable closer coordination and national ownership of peacebuilding priorities and facilitate "long lasting" peacebuilding projects.

Now at UN, joint meeting of the UN Peacebuilding Commission and the African Union Peace and Security Council on: "Advancing synergies and regional approaches in support of nationally owned peacebuilding priorities in Africa." Concept note here: files.teamup.com/17186452/at…