India Elected to UN ECOSOC for 2026–28 Term

On 4th June 2025, India was elected to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) for the 2026–2028 term, reaffirming its global commitment to sustainable development and multilateral cooperation.

Key Points

ECOSOC Role: A principal UN body, ECOSOC advances the economic, social, and environmental pillars of sustainable development globally.
India’s Commitment: External Affairs Minister expressed gratitude for the global support and reaffirmed India’s dedication to development issues and multilateral policymaking.
Significance of ECOSOC: The Council plays a crucial role in policy recommendations and in coordinating efforts across the UN system to address global economic and social challenges.
Multilateral Leadership: India's election reflects growing global trust in its leadership on issues like climate action, poverty reduction, and inclusive growth.