New york: Angola's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Francisco Jose da Cruz, called for a broader and more complementary role for the UN General Assembly in instances where the Security Council is unable to fulfill its obligations to maintain international peace and security.

According to Angola Press News Agency, the diplomat made this assertion during the "Informal Consultation on the Security Council Report" to the United Nations General Assembly. Jose da Cruz emphasized the importance of such consultations, viewing them as opportunities for Member States to share perspectives and contribute practically to improving the Security Council's annual report to the General Assembly.

He acknowledged the Security Council as the primary body responsible for maintaining international peace and security, noting the improvements made in its reporting practices. However, he stressed the importance of including more detailed information on the effectiveness of implementing provisions of Security Council resolutions concerning Special Political Missions and peacekeeping operations.

The need for more detailed information on the sanctions regime's effectiveness was also highlighted by the diplomat. He advocated for the inclusion of compliance information to enhance transparency and accountability. Furthermore, Jose da Cruz welcomed the addition of a section on the use of vetoes, calling for detailed explanations for each veto's use.

In conclusion, the diplomat reiterated the importance of a more robust and analytical report that includes emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities. He underlined that such interactions increase transparency, reinforce accountability, and strengthen cooperation between the Assembly and the Security Council.