Kyrgyzstan has secured a historic diplomatic victory after being elected for the first time as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for the 2027-2028 term.

The vote took place during a session of the UN General Assembly in New York, where Kyrgyzstan represented the Asia-Pacific Group and competed against the Philippines for a coveted seat on the Council, The Caspian Post reports via UN News.

To win election, a candidate must receive the support of at least two-thirds of UN member states, or 129 votes. Kyrgyzstan reached the required threshold in the fourth round of voting, marking a major milestone in the country’s international engagement.

Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev previously stated that, if elected, Kyrgyzstan would focus on promoting sustainable peace, preventive diplomacy, climate security, the protection of vulnerable populations, and stronger trust between nations. The country also plans to advocate for fairer and more inclusive representation within the Security Council.

Membership on the Security Council will give Kyrgyzstan a direct role in addressing global crises and shaping international decisions on peace and security. The position is also expected to strengthen the country’s diplomatic influence, raise its international profile, and provide a platform to advance national and regional priorities on the world stage.