Fiji, Oct. 1 -- Solomon Islands Prime Minister and Forum Chair Jeremiah Manele has told world leaders at the 80th United Nations General Assembly(UNGA80) last week that the UN must be reformed to remain relevant, as he announced his country's first-ever bid for a seat on the Security Council.

"Solomon Islands is seeking for the first time in 46 years a non-permanent seat in the UN Security Council for the period 2032-2033," Manele said.

"We registered our interest eleven years ago, let me thank countries who have confirm support for our candidature over the years."

Manele also called for urgent reform of the Council.

"We seek a more democratic, expanded Council that reflects today's geopolitical realities. The use of the veto by the C...