Foreign Ministry: Kuwait's Election to Human Rights Council Reflects International Trust

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the State of Kuwait’s pride at its election to the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2027–2029 term, following the vote held by the UN General Assembly today, Tuesday, in New York. This outcome reflects the international community’s confidence in Kuwait and its appreciation for the country’s role and contributions at both the regional and international levels.

In a statement issued today, Tuesday, the Ministry extended its sincere gratitude and appreciation to the brotherly and friendly countries that supported Kuwait’s candidacy, emphasizing that this confidence serves as an incentive to continue its contributions within the framework of multilateral international action.

The Ministry stressed that this election is a continuation of Kuwait’s steadfast approach, which is grounded in respecting the principles and purposes of the UN Charter, and its commitment to promoting human rights and engaging constructively on related issues, free from selectivity, politicization, and double standards. It also underscored Kuwait’s commitment to fulfilling the commitments it made as part of its candidacy for the Council, and to continuing coordination with member states and relevant UN mechanisms to support international efforts in the field of human rights.

The Ministry affirmed that Kuwait’s membership on the Council for the 2027–2029 term represents a continuation of its efforts during its current term (2024–2026) and an opportunity to sustain its active and balanced role in strengthening the work of the Human Rights Council, and in consolidating the principles of dialogue, cooperation, and mutual respect.