These nations will replace the outgoing members: Ecuador, Japan, Malta, Mozambique, and Switzerland, whose terms conclude on 31 December 2024.
The new members secured the necessary two-thirds majority vote in the 193-member General Assembly through a secret ballot. They will join the existing non-permanent members: Algeria, Guyana, the Republic of Korea, Sierra Leone, and Slovenia, whose terms commenced on 1 January 2023.
The Security Council鈥檚 five permanent members, each holding veto power, remain unchanged: China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Uncontested Election Reflects Regional Endorsement
The election was largely uncontested, with each newly elected member having received the endorsement of their respective regional group. This year鈥檚 election saw candidates vying for five seats across three regional groups:
A total of 190 Member States participated in the single-round election. The vote tally reflects the strong support for the newly elected members:
Upholding International Peace and Security
As outlined in the UN Charter, the 15-member Security Council bears the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security. All UN Member States are obligated to comply with the Council鈥檚 decisions. The newly elected members will play a crucial role in addressing global challenges and shaping the international community鈥檚 response to crises over their two-year term.
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