The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has just officially launched its candidacy campaign to sit on the United Nations Security Council for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. This is a crucial step that marks the country’s desire to regain a prominent place in the concert of nations and to actively contribute to international peace and security.
This initiative was led by the Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Thérèse Kayikwamba, who highlighted the DRC’s experience in conflict management, particularly with the presence of MONUSCO on its territory. This experience, built up over the years, is a major asset for the country’s candidacy within the crucial body that is the United Nations Security Council.
The DRC, with its geostrategic position in the heart of Africa, wishes to share its unique expertise in peacekeeping and conflict resolution on an international scale. Its candidacy is supported by the African Union and the Southern African Development Community (SADC), demonstrating the region’s support for this approach.
It is also worth recalling President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi’s commitment to playing a proactive role within the Security Council by actively participating in the revitalization of the United Nations Charter. The DRC thus intends to contribute constructively to the debates and actions aimed at promoting global peace and security.
Finally, this candidacy is in line with the diplomatic history of the DRC, which has already sat on the Security Council in the past as a non-permanent member. The country has demonstrated its ability to be an important player in international diplomacy, notably by playing a key role during the Gulf War.
In conclusion, the DRC’s candidacy for the United Nations Security Council for the 2026-2027 term reflects its desire to actively contribute to international peace and security. By highlighting its expertise in conflict resolution and its strategic position in Africa, the DRC wishes to play a significant role in decision-making at the global level.