Uzbekistan has achieved a milestone in its international diplomatic efforts by being elected to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) for the first time in its history as it was reported by the country's Foreign Ministry, following the elections for council members for the 2025-2027 term, held on June 7 at the UN headquarters in New York.
ECOSOC, a principal organ of the United Nations, plays a crucial role in coordinating the economic and social activities of the organization, promoting sustainable development across its economic, social, and environmental dimensions.
ECOSOC is comprised of 54 member states, each elected for a three-year term. The council's decisions are made by a simple majority vote, with each member having one vote. This structure allows for a diverse representation of countries and a wide array of perspectives on global economic and social issues.
The council's responsibilities include overseeing numerous commissions that address a broad spectrum of issues. These commissions include the Commission on Narcotic Drugs, the Commission for Social Development, the Commission on Population and Development, the Commission on the Status of Women, the Statistical Commission, the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, the Commission on Sustainable Development, and the Commission on Science and Technology for Development. Additionally, the UN Forum on Forests also reports to ECOSOC.
Furthermore, five regional commissions fall under the council's purview: the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), the Economic Commission for Europe (ECE), the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), and the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA). These commissions are integral in addressing region-specific issues and ensuring that regional perspectives are incorporated into global economic and social policies.
ECOSOC convenes several short sessions annually to organize its work, often involving representatives from civil society. The council also holds a four-week substantive session each July, alternating between Geneva and New York. These sessions are critical for discussing and advancing various initiatives within the council's mandate.
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