STATEMENT BY
MR. MOHD HAFIZ BIN OTHMAN
MINISTER COUNSELLOR, PERMANENT MISSION OF MALAYSIA
TO THE UNITED NATIONS
AT THE INFORMAL MEETING OF THE PLENARY ON THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL NEGOTIATIONS ON THE QUESTION OF EQUITABLE REPRESENTATION ON AND INCREASE IN THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SECURITY COUNCIL AND OTHER MATTERS RELATED TO THE COUNCIL
8 FEBRUARY 2022
Distinguished Co-Chairs,
Allow me at the outset to congratulate both of you on your appointment as the Co-Chairs for the 76th session. Please be assured of Malaysia’s commitment to moving this process forward this year.
Co-Chairs,
2. Malaysia’s approach to the reform of the Security Council has always been pragmatic and objective, and we have been consistent in advocating for an inclusive and transparent reform process, one which is guided by consultation and dialogue among Member States. We remain convinced that a reformed Council should enjoy the widest possible acceptance among Member States.
3. In this connection, Malaysia continues to call for a text-based negotiation as we believe it constitutes the ideal step forward to instil new life in this reform process.
4. On the size of an enlarged Council, Malaysia supports the expansion of membership, both permanent and non-permanent categories, to ensure fair regional representation that corresponds with the current geo-political realities and dynamics. We advocate for a Security Council that is more legitimate, representative, democratic, accountable and transparent so it can respond effectively to the emerging threats of international peace and security.
5. Let me conclude by urging all Member States to demonstrate openness, flexibility, and political will in the interest of international peace and security.
Thank you.