Critically evaluate the difficulties involved in implementing the suggested reforms to reconstruct the UN.
Implementing reforms to reconstruct the UN faces significant difficulties despite widespread support for change.
First, regarding structures and processes, the biggest debate centres on the Security Council. The 1992 UN General Assembly resolution highlighted three complaints: the Council no longer represents contemporary political realities, its decisions reflect only Western values and interests dominated by a few powers, and it lacks equitable representation. Though proposals exist to increase membership from Asia, Africa, and South America, achieving consensus remains difficult.
Second, on the jurisdiction of issues, member states disagree on priorities. Some countries want the UN to play a greater role in peace and security missions, while others want its role confined to development and humanitarian work such as health, education, environment, and human rights.
Third, while almost everyone agrees that both aspects of reform are necessary, they cannot agree on what is to be done, how it is to be done, and when it is to be done. Additionally, the US and Western countries want improvements in budgetary procedures and administration, which may not align with priorities of other nations.
These fundamental disagreements among member states make implementing reforms an extremely challenging task.
Explanation
The answer draws directly from the textbook context which outlines the key difficulties: (1) disagreement on Security Council reform despite identified problems, (2) conflicting views on UN's role and jurisdiction, and (3) lack of consensus on the specifics of reform implementation. The context explicitly states that while everyone agrees reforms are necessary, 'What they cannot agree on is precisely what is to be done, how it is to be done, and when it is to be done.'