Sundaymail EditorOnline Reporter
President Mnangagwa has reaffirmed Zimbabwe’s commitment to international dialogue and cooperation as the country bids for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2027-2028 term.
Speaking at a New Year reception for Heads of Diplomatic Missions at State House this morning, President Mnangagwa expressed gratitude for the endorsements that Zimbabwe has received from countries like Russia, Cuba and India, as well as from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the African Union (AU).
“Your presence testifies to the strong bond of friendship with Zimbabwe,” he said, welcoming the accredited Ambassadors.
Harare is vying for one of the two seats set aside for the African group of nations.
Should Zimbabwe succeed, it will assume a crucial role in the UNSC, a principal organ responsible for maintaining international peace and security, from 2027 to 2028.
This achievement will grant the country enhanced authority to shape and influence global affairs.
As the current Chair of SADC, Zimbabwe is actively engaged in regional peace and security efforts, particularly in the conflict-ridden eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), said the President.
He reiterated Zimbabwe’s call for an immediate ceasefire in the region, emphasising the need for lasting peace.
“We continue to call for an immediate ceasefire,” he said.
He also outlined initiatives under the Second Republic that are aimed at attaining upper-middle-income status by 2030.
The President also reaffirmed Zimbabwe’s openness to partnerships with all nations.
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