Russia Opposes Economic Sanction

Russia states that they are against the economic sanctions proposed by Germany, South Africa and the UK. They are against this because they believe that nobody knows how these sanctions will affect their economy or the world economy. Brazil and Israel are also against these sanctions because of the same reasons. Israel also is against the sanctions because of their close economic ties with India. The countries believe that sanctions would also ruin relations between these countries. Russia also states that they have not achieved anything since the start of the discussion. The resolution without amendments has just been rejected as a result of the vote.

US Shut Out of Talks between China and Russia

Indonesia and Japan are concerned about ongoing talks between Russia and China on regional nuclear regulation. Russia and China are excluding the United States from the negotiations. Given China's significant investments in many developing nations, the influence it would have as a regional regulator of nuclear power, and the fact that China and Russia are both members of the UN Security Council, as well as how America is being kept out of the loop, it is understandable some nations are concerned.

Stalemate Between India and Pakistan

BBC News Update: Pakistan and Indian Conflict

A caucus has currently be requested. Nations India and Pakistan have reached a stalemate where India has requested an apology from Pakistan and an enforcement by the UN to reduce or eliminate nuclear possession in Pakistan. Meanwhile, Germany has proposed the idea of a "peace keeping force" and a channel of communication via the UN. While France and South Africa are onboard with this proposal Brazil and Russia feel the countries should resolve matters on their own hands. Israel, while remaining neutral has been quoted "we believe Pakistan should apologize. While we remain neutral, our opinions may alter if Pakistan continues on its current stand point".