Albanese urges UN reform as Australia seeks Security Council seat

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese told the United Nations General Assembly that the multilateral system is under "immense strain," urging reform so peace is not entrusted solely to the world's greatest powers. Albanese officially launched Australia's bid for a non-permanent Security Council seat in 2029-2030, echoing calls from Canada and the EU. He backed international AI regulation, despite US President Donald Trump dismissing the approach, and highlighted a security breach by an OpenAI agent. Albanese also committed to amplifying Pacific voices on climate change, while conceding a global "breakdown of trust." His appeal for equality contrasted with the US hosting China's Xi Jinping for a state dinner, as the two superpowers engaged separately.