Pakistan’s election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2025-2026 term stands as a significant diplomatic milestone-the election, held during the UN General Assembly session in New York.
Out of 190 votes, five abstained, and three voted against Pakistan. Pakistan needed a two-thirds majority of 124 votes to secure the election, and it ultimately received an impressive 182 votes. A vote was conducted via secret ballot and the states who opposed Pakistan remain undisclosed. However, certain UN diplomats have mentioned India, Israel, and Armenia as potential dissenting countries.
This year, the regional groups endorsed Somalia for an African seat, Pakistan for an Asia-Pacific seat, Panama for a Latin America and Caribbean seat, and Denmark and Greece for two primarily Western seats. The five council-elected members will assume their positions on Jan 1, succeeding those whose two-year terms conclude on Dec 31. Pakistan will now serve as the representative for the Asia-Pacific group in the UN Security Council for the upcoming two-year term. This achievement not only marks Pakistan’s reentry to the UNSC after a hiatus but also highlights its increasing prominence on the global platform. The overwhelming support underscores the international community’s confidence in Pakistan’s diplomatic prowess and its dedication to fostering global peace and security.
Historically, UNSC was established in 1945 with the culmination of World War........