Albanese launches bid for UN Security Council seat
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will launch Australia's bid for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council in 2029-30 at the UN General Assembly in September.
Why it mattersA seat on the council would give Australia more say in global security decisions and stronger standing in the world.
AustraliaAustralia's diplomatic reach and influence on global decisions affecting the region would expand if elected. Previous campaigns for such seats have been expensive and sometimes diverted foreign aid.
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