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Latvia Elected to UN Security Council with 178 Votes

6/4/2025

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Latvia has made history by being elected to the UN Security Council for 2026-2027, garnering an impressive 178 votes. As the only Eastern European representative, Latvia is poised to champion peace, sustainable development, and gender equality, while tackling the climate crisis and pushing for vital reforms to enhance the Council's impact on global issues.

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Latvia has made history by being elected to the UN Security Council for 2026-2027, garnering an impressive 178 votes. As the only Eastern European representative, Latvia is poised to champion peace, sustainable development, and gender equality, while tackling the climate crisis and pushing for vital reforms to enhance the Council's impact on global issues.