2023 United Nations Security Council election

In this article, we will explore the impact of 2023 United Nations Security Council election on various aspects of contemporary society. From his influence on popular culture to his relevance in politics and economics, 2023 United Nations Security Council election has left a significant mark on the modern world. Through detailed analysis, we will examine the multiple roles and facets that 2023 United Nations Security Council election has played in recent history, as well as its relevance in the current context. From its emergence onto the world stage to its evolution over the years, 2023 United Nations Security Council election has been a topic of constant interest and debate, and this article seeks to offer a comprehensive view of its impact on today's society.

2023 United Nations Security Council election

← 2022 6 June 2023 2024 →

5 (of 10) non-permanent seats on the United Nations Security Council

Elected Members before election

 Gabon (Africa)
 United Arab Emirates (Asia, Arab)
 Brazil (LatAm&Car)
 Ghana (Africa)
 Albania (E. Europe)

New Elected Members

 Algeria (Africa, Arab)
 South Korea (Asia)
 Guyana (LatAm&Car)
 Sierra Leone (Africa)
 Slovenia (E. Europe)

The 2023 United Nations Security Council election was held on 6 June 2023 during the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly, held at United Nations Headquarters in New York City. The elections are for five non-permanent seats on the UN Security Council for two-year mandates commencing on 1 January 2024. In accordance with the Security Council's rotation rules, whereby the ten non-permanent UNSC seats rotate among the various regional blocs into which UN member states traditionally divide themselves for voting and representation purposes, the five available seats are allocated as follows:

The five members will serve on the Security Council for the 2024–25 period.

Candidates

Africa Group

Candidates for 2 available positions are:

Asia-Pacific Group

Candidates for 1 available position are:

Withdrawn

Eastern European Group

Candidates for 1 available position are:

Latin American and Caribbean Group

Candidate for 1 available position is:

Result

African and Asia-Pacific Groups

African and Asia-Pacific Groups election results
Member Round 1
 Sierra Leone 188
 Algeria 184
 South Korea 180
abstentions 4
required majority 128

Latin American and Caribbean Group

Latin American and Caribbean Group election results
Member Round 1
 Guyana 191
abstentions 1
required majority 128

Eastern European Group

Eastern European Group election results
Member Round 1
 Slovenia 153
 Belarus 38
abstentions 1
required majority 128

See also

References

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