Pakistan has been elected as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council (UNSC) for 2025-26, securing a significant majority in a vote held by the UN General Assembly (UNGA).
Election Details
- Election Date: Thursday, June 6, 2024
- Votes Received: 182 out of 193 UNGA members
- Required Votes: Minimum of 124 (two-thirds majority)
- Seat: Replacing Japan in the Asian seat on January 1, 2025
- Term: Two years (2025-26)
UNGA Vote and Result Announcement
- Winning Seats: Pakistan, Denmark, Greece, Panama, and Somalia
- Outgoing Members: Japan, Ecuador, Malta, Mozambique, and Switzerland
- UNGA President: Dennis Francis
- Applause: Loud applause followed the announcement
Pakistan’s Goals and Priorities
- Promote Peace: Focus on peace and security, especially in South Asia
- Conflict Prevention: Work on preventing conflicts and their peaceful resolution
- Self-Determination: Uphold the principle for the people of Palestine and Kashmir
- Afghanistan: Support normalization in Afghanistan
- Africa: Address security challenges in Africa
- UN Peacekeeping: Enhance the effectiveness of UN peacekeeping operations
Historical Context
- Previous Terms:
- 2012-13
- 2003-04
- 1993-94
- 1983-84
- 1976-77
- 1968-69
- 1952-53
- Peacekeeping Contributions: Over 4,000 troops and personnel in UN peacekeeping missions
Pakistan Wins Non-Permanent Seat on UN Security Council with Majority Vote in 2024!
Statements from Officials
Ambassador Munir Akram
- Role: Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN
- Statement: Pakistan’s election shows international confidence in its ability to promote the purposes and principles of the UN Charter. Pakistan will work with other council members to advance shared objectives.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif
- Platform: Posted on X (formerly Twitter)
- Message: Celebrated Pakistan’s election, highlighting international support and Pakistan’s commitment to global peace and security. Expressed readiness to work on pressing global challenges and continue promoting peace and cooperation.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar
- Platform: Posted on X
- Message: Congratulated the nation and expressed commitment to the UN Charter’s vision of peace and respect for human rights. Praised the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Pakistan Mission to the UN for their effective campaign.
Conclusion
Pakistan’s successful election to the UNSC reflects strong international support and trust in its diplomatic capabilities. As a new non-permanent member, Pakistan aims to contribute significantly to global peace and security, aligning with its historical role in UN peacekeeping efforts.
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Sources: UN General Assembly announcements, statements from Pakistani officials
