Ukraine has just been elected in the first round as a member of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) for 2026-2028, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine on its Telegram channel.
“This is a significant achievement for which we have worked tirelessly for a long time. We are grateful for the trust and support. It is a great honor for Ukraine to join one of the main bodies of the UN, which promotes global cooperation in the field of development, human rights, and humanitarian response. These areas are in line with the goals and principles of the UN Charter,” said Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga.
He emphasized that Ukraine will actively and constructively participate in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in a spirit of partnership, promoting solidarity and building a more inclusive, just, and sustainable world for all.
“We congratulate all the elected member states that stand guard over the UN Charter and reject any attempts to undermine international law. We look forward to close cooperation to protect our common values and achieve tangible progress,” Sybiga concluded.
