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Lavrov endorses India's bid for permanent UN Security Council seat at UNGA
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 02:01 PM
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov publicly supported India's aspiration for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council during the United Nations General Assembly.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov used his platform at the United Nations General Assembly to back India's long‑standing demand for a permanent seat on the Security Council. Lavrov highlighted the growing responsibilities of India in global affairs and argued that its inclusion would reflect contemporary geopolitical realities.
The endorsement came as India prepares to formally present its case for permanent membership, a move supported by several countries but still requiring a two‑thirds majority in the UN General Assembly and the approval of the current permanent members.
Lavrov's remarks underscore the strengthening strategic partnership between Moscow and New Delhi, and signal Russia's willingness to champion India's bid on the multilateral stage.
The endorsement came as India prepares to formally present its case for permanent membership, a move supported by several countries but still requiring a two‑thirds majority in the UN General Assembly and the approval of the current permanent members.
Lavrov's remarks underscore the strengthening strategic partnership between Moscow and New Delhi, and signal Russia's willingness to champion India's bid on the multilateral stage.