How are countries elected to membership in UN bodies?

How are countries elected to membership in UN bodies?

Last Updated: May 12, 2025 Views: 5114

This FAQ covers elections for principal organs and subsidiaries in the General Assembly, as well as elections for subsidiary bodies of the Economic and Social Council. The role of regional groups in elections is discussed, as are research resources. The following information about elections to UN bodies comes from the UN Membership research guide:

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eDelegate (UN delegates and staff) Opens in new window
MPEPIL : International Organizations or Institutions, Regional Groups by Mathias Forteau Opens in new window
UN Member States on the Record Opens in new window
Ask DAG: Where can I get information about regional groups? Opens in new window
Ask DAG: How is the Secretary-General of the United Nations appointed? Opens in new window
Ask DAG: How are judges of the International Court of Justice elected? Opens in new window
Ask DAG: Who are the Vice-Presidents of the General Assembly? Opens in new window
Ask DAG (Chinese): 会员国如何当选为联合国机构的成员？ Opens in new window
Ask DAG: How are members of the Security Council elected? How are non-permanent members of the Security Council selected? Why are there permanent and non-permanent members of the Security Council? Opens in new window

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