IAEA Chief Backs India: IAEA Chief Backs India Permanent Seat Bid at UN Security Council
IAEA Chief Backs India: IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi has called India’s demand for permanent membership in the UN Security Council reasonable, highlighting the need for reforms in line with modern global realities.
IAEA Chief Backs India: India’s long standing campaign for permanent membership in the United Nations Security Council has received fresh support from a prominent international voice. Rafael Mariano Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, described India’s aspiration for a permanent seat as both logical and justified in today’s changing global landscape.
Speaking during a recent interaction, Grossi emphasized that the structure of the United Nations reflects a world that existed in 1945 and does not fully represent present day geopolitical and economic realities. He suggested that major global institutions must evolve to remain relevant in an era marked by shifting power balances and emerging international challenges.
His remarks are being viewed as a significant endorsement of India’s long standing argument that the Security Council requires reform to better reflect contemporary global dynamics. India has consistently maintained that its growing economic strength, population, diplomatic influence, and contributions to international peace efforts make it a strong candidate for permanent membership.
Grossi also acknowledged India’s expanding role on the world stage, noting that the country’s influence extends far beyond formal positions within international organizations. According to him, India’s voice has become increasingly important in discussions involving global security, development, and multilateral cooperation.
The comments come at a time when attention is gradually turning toward the selection of the next United Nations Secretary General. The current term of António Guterres is scheduled to conclude at the end of 2026, and Grossi’s name is frequently mentioned among potential contenders for the role.
Since taking charge of the IAEA in 2019, Grossi has played a prominent role in addressing several international nuclear issues. He has been involved in diplomatic efforts concerning Iran’s nuclear program and has worked extensively on nuclear safety matters during the conflict in Ukraine, earning recognition for his crisis management approach.
Beyond Security Council reform, Grossi has often spoken positively about India’s progress in the nuclear energy sector. He has praised the country’s long term planning and policy framework, describing India as an increasingly important player in the global nuclear energy landscape.
Observers believe his latest comments could add momentum to ongoing discussions about restructuring the Security Council, a subject that has remained on the international agenda for decades. While any change would require broad agreement among member nations, support from influential global figures continues to strengthen India’s case.
