German President Steinmeier Criticizes the UN: Time for Change

German President Frank Walter Steinmeier has criticized the United Nations (UN). Steinmeier described Germany's failure to be elected as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council as a 'bitter defeat'.In his speech at the International Sustainability Conference in Hamburg, the German President noted that developing countries are closely watching the contributions of the West and Europe to the international order. Steinmeier emphasized the need for the UN to change itself, stating

I am also addressing the numerous representatives of UN organizations in this room: The UN must change itself, become more efficient and effective.

.Steinmeier also pointed out how the closure of the Strait of Hormuz could impact global trade. In an era where international rules are under threat, Steinmeier warned against undermining the rules-based order and emphasized the importance of cooperation.Steinmeier cautioned that while major powers might survive in a lawless world, this would be the wrong path to take.