In a recent address at the Vin d’Honneur at Malacañan Palace, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. made a compelling case for international support for the Philippines’ bid to secure a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2027-2028 term.
The UNSC, tasked with maintaining international peace and security, comprises 15 members, including five permanent members and ten non-permanent members elected for two-year terms. Having last held a non-permanent seat in 2004-2005, the Philippines is now vying for another opportunity to contribute to global peace and security.
President Marcos emphasized the Philippines’ rich history of peacebuilding and multilateral diplomacy, highlighting the deployment of over 14,000 troops to UN peacekeeping operations and special political missions over the past 60 years. He underscored the country’s commitment to fostering cooperation and consensus, which aligns with the broader goal of strengthening multilateralism through reforming the Security Council and revitalizing the General Assembly.
In his speech, President Marcos reiterated the Philippines’ dedication to a rules-based international order, particularly in the South China Sea dispute. He called on the diplomatic corps to convey their respective governments’ support for the Philippines’ UNSC bid and expressed hope that the country would soon be a member of the Security Council.
The President also highlighted the Philippines’ economic achievements, noting its strong economic performance and attractiveness to investors. He expressed gratitude to the diplomatic corps for their support in various social and economic programs, emphasizing the importance of continued collaboration to achieve common goals.
As the Philippines seeks to secure a seat on the UNSC, President Marcos’ call for international support underscores the country’s commitment to contributing to global peace and security through multilateral diplomacy and cooperation.
