Philippines' UN Security Council bid could amplify ASEAN voice on global issues: Analysts

The United Nations General Assembly will vote on Wednesday (Jun 3) to elect new non-permanent members to the UN Security Council for two-year terms beginning in 2027. The Philippines and Kyrgyzstan are vying to fill the vacant Asia-Pacific seat, with Manila mounting a high-profile campaign for the position. Analysts say a successful Philippine bid could provide an opportunity to elevate Southeast Asian concerns within the UN's most powerful body. Mitch McCann reports for CNA from the United Nations in New York. Read more: https://cna.asia/4fUBApc Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Visit our website: https://cna.asia Download our app: https://cna.asia/app Get our editors' picks of stories via chat apps: Telegram: https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp: https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us on these platforms: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia