Austria and Portugal Among Five Nations Elected to UN Security Council, Germany Faces Setback
Austria, Portugal among 5 nations elected to UNSC; Germany suffers setback
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Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe have been elected as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council for the 2027-28 term. Germany's bid was unsuccessful, securing only 104 votes, while Portugal and Austria won with 134 and 131 votes respectively.
- 01The five newly elected non-permanent members will serve from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2028.
- 02Germany's loss in the election is attributed to its late entry and its firm stance on issues like Ukraine and Israel.
- 03Kyrgyzstan won its seat after defeating the Philippines in a closely contested vote.
- 04The UN Security Council consists of 15 members, including five permanent members with veto power.
- 05India congratulated the newly elected members and looks forward to collaborating with them.
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In a significant election held by the UN General Assembly, Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe were elected as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council for the 2027-28 term. The election results were announced after a closely watched voting process, replacing the outgoing members Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama, and Somalia. Germany faced a setback, securing only 104 votes in the Western European category, while Portugal and Austria won with 134 and 131 votes respectively. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul expressed disappointment, noting that Germany's late entry into the race and its positions on Ukraine and Israel may have influenced the outcome. Kyrgyzstan, marking its first term on the Council, defeated the Philippines in a competitive vote, while Zimbabwe and Trinidad and Tobago also emerged victorious in their respective categories. The newly elected members will join the existing Council members, including the five permanent members: China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
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