United Nations reform?

Question

What is the position of Russia and Japan on reforming the United Nations.

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Answer 1

As for this remark: "Russia and Japan must challenge the US not to dictate the tempo in the UN"

Japan is not a permanent member and therefore can challenge nothing regarding any of the 5 permanent members. The US strongly supports Japan's bid for a permanent seat - China opposes Japan's bid and Russia is wary of Japan's bid.

Further more:

The US has no more authority in the UN, than that of the other 5 permanent members, that is a simple unequivocal fact. All hold veto power and any one of them can block any resolution/charter they see fit.

*None* of the 5 permanent have extra-plenary power beyond the power of veto - The idea that some like the US do, is a myth perpetuated by people donning tinfoil hats.

As for expansion for the Security Council:

The United States, Britain, France, China, and Russia (the 5 permanent members), *all strictly oppose* any increase in permanent members (veto power).

There have been proposals for "permanent seats" (no veto power). However, due to nations quarreling among themselves for the prestige of having a permanent seat, negotiations have become nearly impossible.

India is the most likely to achieve a permanent seat, none of the 5 permanent members oppose.

Answer 2

Japan wants reform in that it would like a pernament seat on the UN.

Answer 3

Russia and Japan must challenge the US not to dictate the tempo in the UN. The US is very much influential in the UN decisions by making it just a pawn for its foreign diplomacy.

Answer 4

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