Maldives to back India's candidacy for UN Security Council

Maldives on Monday announced its support to India’s candidature to a non-permanent seat of the United Nations Security Council.

India is vying for a seat at the UN Security Council for the term 2028-2029, the election for which is scheduled to be held during the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in June 2027.

In a statement, the Maldivian foreign ministry said its decision to support India was taken following Indian external affairs minister Dr S Jaishankar's visit to the Maldives last week.

"The Maldives’ strong support for India is rooted in the strong partnership and close bonds of friendship that exists between both countries," the statement read.

"India has continuously demonstrated strong and effective leadership in maintaining international peace and security. India has also been a strong proponent of the values and principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter. The Government of Maldives is confident that India will be a voice for all developing countries on the Security Council, and will continue to make meaningful contributions towards global discourse on peace and security in the years to come."