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Greece assumes UN Security Council presidency

Overview

Greece has officially assumed the rotating presidency of the UN Security Council for October 2026. UN Permanent Representative Aglaia Balta has announced a dense working program centered on international law, the UN Charter, and effective Council operations.

Key scheduled activities include an open session on October 26, chaired by Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis, regarding children and armed conflict to mark the 30th anniversary of the mandate. On October 27, the Council will hold open debates on women, peace, and security, followed by a session on the Middle East on October 15. On October 29, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will preside over a meeting titled ‘new technologies with the protection of international peace and security,’ which will examine the role of artificial intelligence in strengthening maritime security.

The broader agenda covers developments in Syria, Yemen, Sudan, Haiti, and Ukraine, while also managing the selection process for the next UN Secretary-General. Additionally, the Council plans to hold an informal joint seminar with the African Union Peace and Security Council.

Entities

Greece · United Nations · United Nations Security Council · Giorgos Gerapetritis · Cyprus

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  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 18 sources
    Greece assumes UN Security Council presidency for October

    Greece has taken the UN Security Council presidency for October, focusing on maritime security, artificial intelligence, children in armed conflict, and the selection of the next UN Secretary-General.

  2. [INTERNATIONAL] 8 sources
    Greece to assume UN Security Council Presidency in October

    Greece assumes the UN Security Council Presidency in October, facing key tasks including the UN Secretary-General selection and managing regional tensions with Turkey and the Cyprus issue.

  3. [POLITICS] 18 sources
    Greece expands diplomatic footprint at UN General Assembly

    Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis engaged in high-level diplomacy at the UN General Assembly, focusing on maritime security, AI regulation, and regional stability in the Middle East and Mediterranean.

  4. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Greece outlines priorities for upcoming UN Security Council presidency

    Greece is preparing for its October 2026 UN Security Council presidency, focusing on multilateralism, UN reform, and the peaceful resolution of regional crises including the Cyprus issue.

Sources

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