Kyrgyzstan elected non-permanent member of UN Security Council for first time

Kyrgyzstan has achieved a historic milestone by being elected as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for the 2027-2028 term. This marks the first time the Central Asian nation will hold a seat on one of the UN's principal organs.

The election took place on June 3rd at the UN General Assembly in New York, where Kyrgyzstan garnered strong support, receiving 142 votes. Its competitor, the Philippines, secured 49 votes. The process reportedly required four rounds of voting, indicating a competitive race for the coveted non-permanent seat.

President Sadyr Japarov celebrated the victory, calling it a new chapter for Kyrgyzstan's engagement with the UN. "We will participate in writing a new page in the history of the UN. Congratulations, compatriots!" he posted on social media. Japarov had previously appealed to world leaders for support, highlighting Kyrgyzstan's lack of prior Security Council experience.

During its term, Kyrgyzstan has stated its intention to focus on key global issues. These include promoting preventive diplomacy, peaceful conflict resolution, nuclear non-proliferation, and exploring the links between climate change and international security. The Security Council comprises 15 members, including five permanent members with veto power and ten non-permanent members elected for two-year terms.

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We will participate in writing a new page in the history of the UN. Congratulations, compatriots!