Monrovia – Liberia has secured a historic victory, successful a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Safety Council (UNSC) for the 2026–2027 time period. Operating unopposed, Liberia wanted not less than 128 votes and overwhelmingly secured the seat with 181 votes throughout elections held on the UN Headquarters in New York.
By Gerald C. Koinyeneh, [email protected]
The momentous occasion was watched dwell by senior Liberian authorities officers, together with President Joseph N. Boakai. On the Ministry of Overseas Affairs in Monrovia, scores of presidency officers, lawmakers, and cupboard ministers gathered alongside Overseas Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti to witness the historic announcement on large screens.
Liberia’s success adopted an aggressive diplomatic marketing campaign, which noticed the nation rallying help from regional blocs, worldwide organizations, and particular person nations. Notably, the marketing campaign additionally garnered bipartisan nationwide backing, with distinguished opposition figures becoming a member of the hassle in a uncommon show of unity.
This victory marks Liberia’s return to the worldwide diplomatic stage and affords a singular alternative for the nation to contribute to worldwide peace and safety over the following two years.
