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UN Chief Advocates for Africa's Permanent Security Council Seat

2/15/2026

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United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Africa should have a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council.
He made the remark in an interview with Al Jazeera as leaders gathered in Ethiopia for the African Union summit addressing regional challenges.
The comments tie Africa’s potential representation in the Security Council to discussions occurring during the AU summit.

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United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Africa should have a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council.
He made the remark in an interview with Al Jazeera as leaders gathered in Ethiopia for the African Union summit addressing regional challenges.
The comments tie Africa’s potential representation in the Security Council to discussions occurring during the AU summit.