Uzbekistan seeks non-permanent membership in UN Security Council for 2035-2036

Uzbekistan has nominated itself for the non-permanent membership of the UN Security Council for the years 2035-2036. This was announced by Uzbekistan's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Ulugbek Lapasov, during a meeting of the Security Council.

On February 21, Ambassador Ulugbek Lapasov participated in a session under China's presidency, which was dedicated to the reform of multilateral and global governance institutions at the UN Security Council. During his speech, Uzbekistan’s official stance on its cooperation with the UN and the most pressing issues in international relations was presented.

According to the "Dunyo" news agency, Uzbekistan’s priorities in its cooperation with the UN were conveyed to the international community. It was specifically highlighted that Uzbekistan is a strong advocate for strengthening and improving global governance. The importance of regional cooperation was also stressed, and it was noted that Uzbekistan is interested in the economic reconstruction of Afghanistan.

The report further mentioned that Uzbekistan reaffirmed its readiness to expand cooperation with the UN in the fight against transnational threats, including the illegal trafficking of narcotics, terrorism, and organized crime.

Additionally, member states were invited to the UN public service forum in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, scheduled for June 2025. The forum will focus on "Five Years – From 2025 to 2030: Accelerating the Delivery of Public Services for a Sustainable Future."

In his speech, Lapasov emphasized Uzbekistan's commitment to ensuring global peace and security. He also announced that Uzbekistan had put forward its candidacy for the non-permanent membership of the UN Security Council for the years 2035-2036.

The United Nations Security Council consists of 15 members, five of which are permanent members with veto power — namely the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Russia, and China. These countries have been permanent members since 1945 and have the right to reject any decision through a veto.

The temporary members are elected for a two-year term by the UN General Assembly, based on regional quotas. Every year, five new countries are elected, and five countries rotate out.

The Security Council plays a vital role in resolving global conflicts, imposing sanctions, and directing peacekeeping missions. Its decisions are binding, and all UN member states must comply with them.

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