UN General Assembly
2013

lead by example here. We should focus on reforming our Organization and on making it more responsive to the needs and aspirations of its constituents. In that context, we should work together on the reform of the Security Council and the revitalization of the General Assembly and on improving the working methods of our Organization. Mauritius believes that a comprehensive reform of the Security Council should include reform in the membership of both the permanent and non-permanent categories. We reaffirm our commitment to the African common position enshrined in the Ezulwini Consensus and the Sirte Declaration. We believe that Africa should not be deprived of its right to permanent representation in the Council. Likewise, we believe that Latin America deserves permanent representation in the Council and that SIDS should also be entitled to a seat on the Council. Mauritius further reiterates its support for India’s legitimate aspiration to a permanent seat in a reformed Security Council. Mauritius also reiterates its firm conviction that the rule of law should prevail in the resolution of disputes,