UNITED NATIONS, May 27 (Xinhuanet) -- Opponents of the idea to increase the permanent seats on the UN Security Council circulated a working paper on Friday, calling for an increase of 10 non-permanent seats on the body.
The proposal would bring to 20 the number of non-permanent seats on the Security Council. Under the proposal, all 20 non-permanent members on the enlarged council may have a chance for immediate re-election.
"Retiring members may be eligible for immediate re-election subject to the decision of their respective regional groups," the paper said. Enditem
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