### The DRC candidacy to the United Nations Security Council: a strategic ambition
The Congolese President, Félix Tshisekedi, is preparing to close the official campaign of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for a candidacy for a non-permanent siege to the United Nations Security Council (CSNU) for the financial year 2026-2027. This political ambition, inscribed in a complex international context, raises several questions about the place of the DRC in the contemporary multilateral system.
#### A return expected to the Security Council
The DRC has no longer located in the Security Council since 1983, an absence which can be interpreted as a distance from international dynamics. Setting this body again would not only be a symbolic return, but also an opportunity for the country to focus its voice on global issues. President Tshisekedi, in his speech to the United Nations General Assembly in September 2024, underlined the need for a reinforced commitment to multilateralism, revealing a desire to contribute to global discussions on issues such as peace, cooperation and, in some cases, conflict resolution.
### REGIONAL SUPPLIES AND DIPLOMATIC AMBITIONS
The DRC’s candidacy benefits from the solid support of the African Union and the Development Community of Southern Africa (SADC), illustrates in crucial regional support in international policy. This sponsorship offers the DRC a seat to assert not only its legitimacy, but also to make African prospects hear within the Council, often perceived as dominated by Western countries. Can this ambition also be seen as a necessity to revitalize the diplomatic relations of the DRC and strengthen its posture on the international level?
#### Social and internal issues
Despite these aspirations, the DRC faces considerable challenges. Corruption, armed conflicts in the east of the country and governance issues remain major obstacles to its stability and its development. How will the country project a positive image on an international scale while having to manage persistent internal crises? Observers may wonder if this candidacy is an opportunity to divert attention from internal problems, or if it can really serve as a lever for the improvement of socio-economic realities.
#### An African voice in the concert of nations
The DRC’s wish to “carry an African voice” in the Security Council also raises questions about the representation of Africa within this body. The question of the reform of the council, which has not changed significantly since its creation, has been a subject of debate for decades. It is essential to wonder if the Congolese candidacy can help highlight the needs and concerns of the continent, often underrepresented in decisions that affect their destiny.
#### Towards expanded diplomacy
In the era of global challenges – from environmental crises to geopolitical conflicts – multilateral diplomacy seems more than ever necessary. In this context, could the DRC play a key role by offering new perspectives and facilitating dialogue between nations? The DRC campaign could serve not only both as a means of building strategic alliances, but also as an opportunity to open discussions on how developing countries can integrate into global decision -making mechanisms.
### Conclusion
While the DRC is heading for the election of non -permanent members scheduled for June 2025, it is crucial to observe closely the evolution of this campaign. If the Congolese candidacy carries renewed hope and ambitions, it does not lean the complex challenges that remain. For this initiative to have a lasting impact, it will be essential that the DRC supports its international commitment of concrete actions aimed at improving the country’s internal situation. The real question remains whether this desire for affirmation on the international scene will be able to translate into significant advances both for the DRC and for Africa as a whole.