External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will formally launch India’s campaign for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2028-29 term at an event in New York on July 13, according to livemint.com. The launch will coincide with Jaishankar’s scheduled meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
The campaign launch is part of India’s ongoing diplomatic efforts to secure a seat on the Security Council, where non-permanent members serve two-year terms. Jaishankar’s visit to New York follows his recent interactions with the Indian diaspora in Oman on July 10. The event will mark the official start of India’s bid, highlighting the country’s commitment to playing a larger role in global governance.
India’s pursuit of a Security Council seat reflects its growing international stature and desire for greater influence in multilateral decision-making. The Security Council currently has five permanent members and ten non-permanent members elected for two-year terms. India has served as a non-permanent member multiple times before, with its last tenure in 2021-22. The campaign aligns with India’s broader foreign policy goals of enhancing its global presence and shaping international norms.
The launch event on July 13 will be closely watched by diplomats and international observers. India’s campaign for the 2028-29 Security Council seat will officially begin with this event, setting the stage for the election process by the UN General Assembly. The next major milestone will be the election itself, where member states will vote to fill the non-permanent seats.