India on Monday formally began its eighth term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, promising to speak out against terrorism and offer solutions related to matters like international peace and security.
Mexico, Kenya Norway and Ireland also joined India as non-permanent members to UNSC. A flag installation ceremony was held on Monday to formalise their term.
India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations TS Tirumurti said at the ceremony that the country will use its tenure “to bring human-centric and inclusive solutions” to matters of international peace and security. “India will be a voice for the developing world,” he added.
Tirumurti said that India will not hesitate in raising its voice against the common enemies of humanity, like terrorism. “We look forward to our collective pursuit for an ideal where the world is one family – Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,” he said.
The UN representative said: “India comes into the…