Facts for Prelims (FFP)
Source: NewsOnAir
Context: India has criticized the Uniting for Consensus (UfC) model at the United Nations for opposing reforms to the Security Council, stating concerns over a lack of representation from Africa and the Global South, and no change in permanent seat membership.
The Uniting for Consensus (UfC), also known as the Coffee Club, emerged in the 1990s as a movement opposing the expansion of permanent seats in the United Nations Security Council.
This model is supported by a group of countries, primarily including Italy, China, Argentina, and Pakistan, among others.
UfC argues that increasing the number of permanent members could lead to decreased efficiency and effectiveness in decision-making within the Security Council.
