Zimbabwean president hails UN Security Council election victory

Xinhua
04 Jun 2026, 00:45 GMT+10

HARARE, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Wednesday thanked United Nations member states for overwhelmingly supporting the country's bid for a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) non-permanent seat for the 2027-2028 term.

"Today, Zimbabwe marks a significant diplomatic milestone as the nation has been elected as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council," Mnangagwa said.

He noted that the resounding victory underscores the effectiveness of Zimbabwe's engagement and re-engagement agenda, demonstrating the global community's confidence in Zimbabwe's leadership and commitment to international peace.

"As we assume our seat on the global stage, Zimbabwe is poised to contribute meaningfully to international peace, security and multilateral cooperation, championing a fairer and more equitable global order while amplifying Africa's voice," Mnangagwa said.

Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe were elected non-permanent members to the UNSC on Wednesday for a two-year term. Zimbabwe's election to the UNSC marks the country's third time on the powerful body, having previously served as a non-permanent member in 1983-1984 and 1991-1992.

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