Online Reporter
Online Reporter
Zimbabwe launched its bid for a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) non-permanent seat for the period 2027 -2028 in New York on Thursday, with the country saying it is committed to fostering international peace and security through principled engagement and bridge-building diplomacy.
The candidature launch, which was done on behalf of President Mnangagwa by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Professor Amon Murwira, is mainly anchored on the power of multilateralism in conflict resolution, promotion of global peace and security through peaceful settlement of disputes.
Zimbabwe also vowed to promote regional cooperation and the inclusion of women and youths in all peace processes.
Speaking at the launch, Professor Murwira called on other nations to rally behind Zimbabwe and said the country has a proven record of advancing peace, sustainable development, justice and respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of other nations.
“Since joining the UN on 25 August 1980, Zimbabwe has had the honour of serving on the Security Council first from 1983 to 1984 and again from 1991 to 1992,” Professor Murwira said.
“On both tenures, Zimbabwe demonstrated its commitment and capacity to foster international peace and security through principled engagement and bridge-building diplomacy.
“Today, Zimbabwe once again stands ready to contribute to this key organ of our UN as we seek re-election for the 2027 to 2028 term.
“Zimbabwe has faith in the power of multilateralism to resolve conflicts, to advance justice and to shape a more equitable world for all, leaving no one and no place behind… It is upon this conviction that Zimbabwe is bidding for a seat on the UN Security Council.”
To date, Zimbabwe has received support from the South African Community Development (SADC), African union (AU), Venezuela, Japan, China, Russia, India, Cuba and Palestine.
Zimbabwe has participated in United Nations peacekeeping missions in Kosovo, South Sudan, Liberia, Angola and Somalia, among other countries, a testimony that Zimbabwe has the capacity to be part of the UN Security Council system.
