Metro Manila, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has urged the diplomatic corps to support the Philippines’ bid for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2027-2028 term.
During the New Year Vin D’Honneur on Saturday, Jan. 11, Marcos emphasized that the Philippines has a proven track record in building peace, forging consensus, and finding new paths for cooperation.
“Our candidature is consistent with our long-held view that we need to further strengthen multilateralism through efforts that will reform the Security Council and revitalize the General Assembly,” he told members of the diplomatic corps during the event.
Marcos also highlighted the country’s contribution to UN Peacekeeping Operations over the past 60 years, having deployed over 14,000 troops in 21 UN peacekeeping operations and special political missions.
“I take this opportunity once again to convey to your respective governments our earnest request for your support of our UNSC bid, and we hope for your support when the time comes for us to sit as a member of the Security Council,” he added.
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is one of the six main organs of the UN and is primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security. It is made up of 15 members: five permanent members—China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States—and 10 non-permanent members, which are elected for two-year terms.
Non-permanent members rotate in and out of the council, representing the broader UN membership. These countries contribute to decision-making, including voting on resolutions related to conflict, sanctions, peacekeeping operations, and international security.
