New York, USA – In a significant address at the United Nations Summit of the Future, Eswatini’s Prime Minister, Russell Mmiso Dlamini, reiterated the Kingdom’s call for comprehensive reforms to the United Nations and other global institutions. Held under the theme “Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow,” the summit provided a platform for Eswatini to advocate for greater inclusivity and equity in global governance.

In his statement, delivered yesterday, Prime Minister Dlamini emphasized the importance of reforming the UN Security Council to reflect modern geopolitical realities, particularly Africa’s underrepresentation. “The current structure does not reflect the geopolitical realities of today. We call for the expansion of the Security Council to include permanent representation for Africa and other marginalised regions, which is essential for maintaining legitimacy and addressing global security challenges,” he said.

Eswatini also reaffirmed its commitment to the Ezulwini Consensus, a key African position on Security Council reform. The Prime Minister stressed that the consensus remains central to Africa’s call for equitable representation in global decision-making forums.

In addition to pushing for UN reforms, Eswatini used the summit to advocate for Taiwan’s inclusion in the United Nations, stronger climate action, debt restructuring, and reforms to international financial institutions like the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank. “These institutions must be reformed to better respond to the needs of developing nations,” Dlamini stated, highlighting the necessity for comprehensive debt restructuring.

The Prime Minister acknowledged the growing global challenges such as poverty, inequality, climate change, and technological transformation, and urged the international community to work collectively to address them. “No single nation can tackle these issues alone. We need a united and reformed multilateral system to confront these challenges,” he noted.

Eswatini recommitted itself to the principles of equity, solidarity, and universality outlined in the Global Pact for the Future, calling for reforms that rebuild trust in global institutions and ensure that no one is left behind.