Portugal was elected in the first round as a non-permanent member of Conselho of Segurança of Nações Unidas. Voting took place this Wednesday on the UN’s Assembleia Geral, in Nova Iorque. The country secured one of the two places allocated to the group of Europa Ocidental and Outros Estados.
The decision involved the 193 Estados-members. Portugal competed for the spot with Alemanha and Áustria. The result confirms the country’s return to the body responsible for maintaining international peace and security.
Eleição occurred by secret vote on Assembleia Geral
The UN Assembleia Geral held the secret ballot to fill five rotating seats in the Conselho of Segurança. Portugal received sufficient support in the first round and secured the mandate for the period 2027-2028.
Áustria was also elected in the same regional group. Alemanha did not reach the necessary votes. Nos remaining groups, Zimbabué and Trinidad and Tobago completed the list of new non-permanent members.
The process highlighted the prestige accumulated by Portugal in previous candidacies. The country has held the seat on three occasions: 1979-1980, 1997-1998 and 2011-2012. Todas previous attempts resulted in success.
- Portugal received enough votes for immediate election
- Áustria took second place in Europa Ocidental’s group
- Zimbabué and Trinidad and Tobago were elected in their groups
- Mandato starts January 1, 2027
Prime Minister Reações and President República
Luís Montenegro welcomed the victory and considered that the election dignifies Portugal. The prime minister highlighted the reinforcement of the country’s international projection and the credibility maintained over the years.
The head of Governo also highlighted Portugal’s coherence, loyalty and strategic vision at the multilateral level. Para him, the result represents further proof of the country’s historic journey.
The president of República also issued a message on the topic. Marcelo Rebelo from Sousa described the achievement as something that praises the entire Portuguese people. The head of Estado pointed to the commitment to multilateralism as a decisive factor.
António Costa, as a former prime minister involved in preparing the candidacy, followed the positive reactions. Diversas Portuguese political figures expressed satisfaction with the outcome.
Histórico of Portugal on Conselho of Segurança
Este will be Portugal’s fourth term in Segurança’s Conselho. Over the decades, the country has built a consistent record of active participation in the body.
The candidacy’s priorities included conflict prevention, partnerships and protecting peace. Portuguese diplomacy has always emphasized the constructive role in discussions on global security.
Conselho of Segurança has five permanent members and ten non-permanent members. Rotating seats last two years and allow different regions of the world to participate in decisions.
Contexto international challenger for new mandate
The 2027-2028 biennium should be marked by intense debates about ongoing conflicts. Questões as global security and possible reforms in the multilateral system gain importance.
Portugal enters with prior experience and good relationships with several Estados-members. Analistas consider that the country can contribute with a balanced approach to the discussions.
The election reflects international recognition of the consistency of Portuguese foreign policy. The result came in an environment of strong competition in the European group.
Outros elected countries and future composition of Conselho
Além of Portugal and Áustria, Zimbabué and Trinidad and Tobago secured spots. Fifth place was filled by another Estado, according to the voting process.
Alemanha, despite its economic weight and high financial contribution to the UN, was unable to obtain the necessary support. The dispute in the Europa Ocidental group was one of the most watched.
The renewed Conselho of Segurança takes office in January 2027. The new members will participate in regular meetings on urgent topics on the international agenda.
Portugal is now preparing the team that will represent the country during his mandate. Missão Permanente in Nova Iorque is already working on the transition and alignment of positions.
