Group of Four

The G4 nations, comprising Brazil, Germany, India, and Japan, are four countries seeking permanent seats on the United Nations Security Council, with a combined economic, political, and military influence comparable to the existing permanent members. These countries have been elected as non-permanent members of the council numerous times since its inception, with Brazil and Japan elected for five terms each and India for eight terms. The G4 nations have received support from various countries, including the United Kingdom and France for all four nations, and the United States for Japan and Brazil. China has expressed support for India's bid but with conditions. The Uniting for Consensus movement, led by Italy, has opposed the G4's bids, citing issues such as Japan's war crimes during World War II.learn more on wikipedia