Former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark has ended months of speculation by announcing her candidacy to become the next UN secretary-general.
In an interview with the (BBC) she said she would like to reform the security council by making Germany, Japan, India and Brazil permanent members.
She said two African states might also become permanent members to reflect 21st century realities.
Clark is the current head of the UN's Development Programme.
She argues that she has the right mix of proven experience to take over from Ban Ki-moon, who retires in December. She says the UN needs a new set of tools to face modern peace and security issues.
New Zealand Prime Minister John Key recommended Clark as the country's candidate at a press conference in Wellington on Monday.
Ban Ki-moon, a former South Korean foreign minister, will step down at the end of 2016 after two five-year terms.

Source: QNA