Latvia’s Historic UN Security Council Term: Priorities Amid Global Conflicts in 2026

Latvia’s Historic UN Security Council Term: Priorities Amid Global Conflicts in 2026

Latvia secured its first-ever non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2026–2027 term in a June 3, 2025, election, winning 178 of 188 votes. As a Baltic nation with a history of Soviet occupation, Latvia brings a unique perspective to the council, emphasizing international law, Ukraine’s sovereignty, and emerging threats like … Read more