Latin America, Caribbean in support of Guyana’s push for seat on UN Security Council

Thanking the members of GRULAC that offered to share their experiences on the Council, the Minister stated that Guyana’s term will not be a national flag waving moment but a continuity of GRULAC’s contribution to peace and security. He emphasized the primacy of the United Nations Charter and the importance of multilateralism in safeguarding the independence and security of States, especially for Small States like Guyana.

GRULAC is allocated two of the ten non-permanent seats on the Council, currently held by Brazil and Ecuador. Guyana submitted its candidacy to GRULAC in 2011 and is the region’s sole candidate for the one vacant seat. It has received the confirmed support of all thirty-two members of GRULAC.

Minister Todd’s remarks were well received by the GRULAC Group and Member States concurred that  Guyana’s successful bid will contribute to the continued success of GRULAC as a whole.