US EditionLiberia: AUC Welcomes Election of DR Congo, Liberia to UNSC
- The United Nations General Assembly elected Liberia and the Democratic Republic of Congo to non-permanent Security Council seats for the 2026-2027 term at UN Headquarters in New York on June 3, 2025.
- The elections were uncontested with all regional groups presenting a 'clean slate,' and Liberia's campaign received strong endorsements from the African Union and ECOWAS reflecting its renewed diplomatic efforts.
- Liberia’s return to the Council marks a significant milestone following years of internal strife and recovery, with leaders highlighting the nation’s commitment to actively influencing international peacebuilding and security efforts.
- Liberia achieved a decisive victory by securing 181 votes—well beyond the 128 needed—to win a seat on the UN Security Council, with Foreign Minister Nyanti emphasizing the country’s shift from merely receiving peacekeeping support to actively shaping global peace efforts, while highlighting a strong dedication to international solidarity and fairness.
- Liberia's election to the UNSC signifies its renewed engagement in global affairs and enables it to contribute to crucial security discussions, while the African Union expresses strong confidence in both Liberia and the DRC to collaboratively uphold Africa's interests within the Council.
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DR Congo and Liberia Elected to UN Security Council
New York — In a powerful affirmation of Africa’s growing influence on the world stage, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Liberia were elected Tuesday as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), the body responsible for maintaining international peace and security. The two African countries will serve two-year terms from January 2026 to December 2027, alongside Bahrain, Colombia, and Latvia, who were also …
DRC elected to the UN: "This election provides a historic opportunity to advance the implementation of transitional justice by setting up the International Criminal Tribunal for the Congo to end impunity" recommends Denis Mukwege Image media Patient Thu 05/06/2025 - 13:44 Corps At the end of the 73rd plenary meeting of the 79th General Assembly of the United Nations in New York, United States of America, the Democratic Republic of the Congo was …
Liberia secures seat on UN Security Council
After 62 years, Liberia has returned to the global spotlight, securing a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) with a commanding 181 votes–its first since 1964. The historic election, held on June 3 at the UN Headquarters in New York, marks a major diplomatic milestone for the West African nation, which ran unopposed for the African Group seat for the 2026-2027 term. The moment was celebrated in real time by top L…
DR Congo and Liberia to serve as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council - The Zambian Observer
The United Nations General Assembly has elected the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Liberia,, to serve as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council for two-year terms starting January 2026. The two countries were chosen to serve as non-permanent members alongside Bahrain, Colombia, and Latvia. This marks the DRC’s third time and Liberia’s […] The post DR Congo and Liberia to serve as non-permanent members of the UN Security Cou…
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister congratulated by HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa
Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today received a cable of congratulations from Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women, on the Kingdom of Bahrain’s election to a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2026–2027 term. .fb-background-color {…
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