CLEAN : Malcorra: it is time to put a woman in charge of the UN

The transcript discusses the voting and veto power of the UN's permanent members, highlighting the challenges and progress in advancing interests. It advocates for gender equality in leadership, particularly within the UN, and emphasizes the importance of regional conflict resolution through dialogue. The empowerment of women is seen as crucial to addressing global issues, with the region offering valuable perspectives.

What unique power do the five permanent members of the UN Security Council possess?

• The power to veto resolutions

• The ability to propose new members

• The right to appoint the Secretary-General

• The authority to dissolve the council

Why is it considered important to have a woman in a leadership role at the United Nations?

• To fulfill a legal requirement

• To reduce the budget

• To promote gender equality

• To increase the number of members

What question is raised about women's roles in the United Nations?

• Why are women not allowed to vote?

• Why is there no female representation?

• Why are women not paid equally?

• Why not consider a woman for leadership?

How has the region discussed in the video managed its conflicts?

• Through military intervention

• By ignoring them

• By using dialogue and multiple resources

• By seeking external help

What is one of the benefits of empowering women in the region discussed?

• It increases the population

• It helps solve global problems

• It reduces taxes

• It limits international trade