UNSC firsts: Adopts 4 resolutions remotely; including “2518” on safety, security of peacekeepers

• The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) unanimously adopted four resolutions, voting for the first time remotely or through video-conferencing as the United Nations (UN) staff work from home due to the coronavirus outbreak. Importantly, UNSC is currently under China’s Presidency and China’s Ambassador to the UN Zhang Jun is the Council President.

For Improving safety and security of peacekeepers; first of its kind Resolution 2518 adopted

• To ensure safety and security of the peacekeepers, the UNSC has unanimously adopted a first of its kind Resolution 2518. The resolution was sponsored by China and co-sponsored by 43 countries

Point to be noted:

• The year 2020 marks the 75^thanniversary of the founding of the UN which is crucial for the implementation of the “Action for Peace” initiative.

About UNSC:

• Establishment– 1945
• Headquarter– New York, United States (US)
• Member Nations– 15 (Not India)