Today in Tripoli, Libya, I had the honour of representing the Republic of Uganda at the 14th Ministerial Meeting of the African Union Committee of Ten (C-10) on the Reform of the United Nations Security Council. In my statement, I reaffirmed Uganda’s steadfast commitment to the Common African position on Security Council reform, as enshrined in the Ezulwini Consensus and the Sirte Declaration. I underscored the need for comprehensive reform that reflects contemporary geopolitical realities and advances a more inclusive, equitable, transparent, and representative multilateral system. Africa’s call for adequate representation in both the permanent and non-permanent categories is rooted in the principles of justice, equality, and the continent’s rightful place in global decision-making. Uganda therefore supports the Common African Position calling for at least two permanent seats with all the prerogatives and privileges of permanent membership, including the veto, alongside two additional non-permanent seats. I also emphasised the importance of maintaining Africa’s unity and speaking with one voice throughout the ongoing intergovernmental negotiations, while translating our shared commitment into tangible progress. The continued exclusion and underrepresentation of Africa in the Security Council must be addressed through meaningful and timely reform. Uganda remains committed to working with fellow African Union Member States and international partners to advance a reformed United Nations Security Council that better reflects the interests of Africa and the wider international community, and strengthens the foundations of international peace and security. Africa’s voice must be heard, its interests represented, and its place in global governance secured.