This resistance is fueled by worries over the UN's potential neglect of democratic values and national independence.

The global community is now paying close attention to this matter.

During the UN's latest SDG Summit and 78th General Assembly, a controversial political statement on pandemic readiness was up for approval.

The document was to be adopted using a 'silence procedure', a method criticized for its lack of safety and modern relevance.

If countries didn't object, the declaration would pass by default.