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The Permanent Representative of Bulgaria to the United Nations participated in the Security Council’s open debate on the Council’s working methods and the implementation of Document S/2024/507.

In her statement, Ambassador Karadjova underscored the need for greater inclusivity in the allocation of responsibilities, the timely appointment of Chairs and Vice-Chairs of the Council’s subsidiary bodies, and equitable access to documentation for the ten elected members. She also highlighted the importance of stronger engagement of civil society, including women briefers, in the Council’s deliberations, as well as the consistent implementation of the provisions of the UN Charter and the principles of international law.

Ambassador Karadjova also addressed the need for clearer arrangements for the participation of States that are not members of the Security Council but are “specially affected” by the situation under consideration. Against the backdrop of the growing risk of regional spillover from conflicts, she stressed the importance of taking geographical proximity to an armed conflict into account when determining whether a State meets this threshold.

Ambassador Karadjova further emphasized the importance of transparency in the process of selecting the next Secretary-General of the United Nations, recalling the central role of the General Assembly in appointing the Secretary-General upon the recommendation of the Security Council.

"The working methods of the Security Council are not a technical matter. They are a political tool that has a direct bearing on the Council’s ability to fulfil its mandate and contribute to the maintenance of international peace and security,” Ambassador Gergana Karadjova stated.