New York (TDI): Kyrgyzstan’s bid for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2027–2028 term has received strong backing from its Central Asian neighbors, signaling regional solidarity and shared ambitions on the global stage.
The joint endorsement was announced last week 4 during a UN press briefing in New York by Uzbekistan’s Permanent Representative, Ulugbek Lapasov, who called on all UN member states to support Kyrgyzstan’s candidacy. Lapasov said the unified stance reflects the region’s desire to amplify its voice in international peace and security matters.
Kyrgyzstan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Aida Kasymalieva, welcomed the show of regional support, highlighting that it demonstrates a commitment to “peace, dialogue, and a constructive multilateral approach.” She added that, if elected, Kyrgyzstan would aim to serve as a “responsible and principled” Council member, representing the interests of smaller and developing nations while promoting transparency and inclusivity.
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Kyrgyzstan first announced its intention to seek a Security Council seat in 2017, but the campaign gained significant momentum in 2024, when President Sadyr Japarov addressed the UN General Assembly, calling for fairer representation for countries that have never served on the Council. Japarov also urged greater inclusion for African nations and pledged that Kyrgyzstan would work to enhance the Council’s effectiveness.
In April 2025, Bishkek officially launched its campaign at a reception at UN Headquarters, where Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev outlined Kyrgyzstan’s priorities: conflict prevention, sustainable development for landlocked and mountainous nations, nuclear disarmament, and support for UN reforms. The event drew diplomats from more than 150 member states, highlighting the country’s ambition to position itself as a proactive player on international issues.
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Kyrgyzstan’s campaign is now central to its foreign policy agenda, seen as a long-term investment in the country’s diplomatic profile. The UN General Assembly vote for the 2027–2028 non-permanent seats is scheduled for June 2026. Reports suggest the Philippines may emerge as Kyrgyzstan’s main competitor for the Asia-Pacific seat.
This would mark the second time a Central Asian nation has served on the Security Council; Kazakhstan previously held a seat for the 2017–2018 term, emphasizing nuclear disarmament and regional security. Kyrgyzstan has framed its candidacy in a similar vein, seeking to advance both national and regional interests on the global stage.
