CURRENT AFFAIRS
CURRENT AFFAIRS
Description
On June 3, 2025, the United Nations General Assembly elected five countries Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Latvia, and Liberia to serve as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council (UNSC) for a two-year term starting January 2026. Among these, Latvia secured a seat for the first time, marking a diplomatic milestone for the Eastern European nation.
The election was held to fill five of the rotating, non-permanent seats on the 15-member Security Council. These members will help shape critical decisions on global peace, security, and international cooperation. The inclusion of a first-time member, Latvia, adds fresh regional representation and reflects the evolving dynamics of global diplomacy.
Purpose Of UNSC Elections
To elect five rotating non-permanent members to the UNSC for 2026–2027.
To maintain geographic balance and fair representation in line with UN principles.
To strengthen international cooperation through multilateral diplomacy.
2025 UNSC Election: Voting Summary
Date: June 3, 2025
Total Votes Cast: 188 UN member states participated
Winning Criteria: Two-thirds majority in the General Assembly (at least 129 votes required)
Votes by Region and Country:
Africa & Asia-Pacific:
Bahrain: 186 votes
Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC): 183 votes
Liberia: 181 votes
Eastern Europe:
Latvia: 178 votes (first-time member)
Latin America & the Caribbean:
Colombia: 180 votes (seventh term)
UNSC Composition Overview
Permanent Members (P5): China, France, Russia, United Kingdom, United States
Non-Permanent Members: 10 countries, elected for staggered two-year terms
Outgoing Non-Permanent Members (end of term: Dec 2025):
Algeria, Guyana, Republic of Korea, Sierra Leone, Slovenia
Current Non-Permanent Members (elected in 2024, term ends Dec 2026):
Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama, Somalia
Seat Allocation (Non-Permanent)
Africa: 3 seats
Asia-Pacific: 2 seats
Latin America & Caribbean: 2 seats
Western Europe & Others: 2 seats
Eastern Europe: 1 seat
Importance Of 2025 Elections
Latvia’s First Entry: Marks a diplomatic breakthrough and increased regional representation from Eastern Europe.
Colombia’s Return: Joins the Council for the seventh time, showcasing its continued commitment to international peacekeeping and diplomacy.
Broader Participation: Bahrain, DRC, and Liberia bring valuable regional insights and prior UNSC experience.
Strengthening Multilateralism: The election highlights the UN’s emphasis on diverse representation and collective responsibility in global security affairs.
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