Five Nations Elected as Non-Permanent Members to UN Security Council
Their two-year tenure will officially commence on 1 January 2027 and run through the end of 2028.
These five newly elected nations will replace outgoing members Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama, and Somalia, whose terms end on 31 December 2026.
Understanding the UNSC's composition and rotational pattern is essential for competitive exams, as it highlights key developments in global governance and diplomatic representations.
Key Facts / Static GK
UNSC Established: 24 October 1945
UNSC Permanent Members: China, France, Russia, UK, USA
Total UNSC Members: 15 (5 permanent, 10 non-permanent)
Practice Quiz — 5 June 2026
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the recent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elections: 1. Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe have been elected as non-permanent members. 2. Their two-year term will commence on 1 January 2027. 3. They will replace members including Denmark, Greece, and Pakistan. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q2. What is the maximum subsidy amount provided to households for installing a rooftop solar system of 3 kW or more under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana?
Q3. With reference to Flex-Fuel Vehicles (FFVs) in India, consider the following statements: 1. They can operate on fuel blends ranging from E20 to E100. 2. The country's first flex-fuel passenger car is developed by Maruti Suzuki. Which of the statement(s) is/are correct?
Q4. Which central ministry has launched 'Mission Senehjori' to transform Assam's Muga Silk into a global luxury brand?
Q5. The Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) was recently established as a joint bilateral initiative between India and which other country?
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