Slovakia’s membership in the United Nations has never been just a formal confirmation of statehood, but a commitment to actively addressing global challenges. Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár (SMER-SD) said this as the country marked 33 years since joining the UN.
He noted that Slovakia has built a reputation as a responsible and respected partner through its engagement in peacekeeping, human rights protection, and social and economic development. Slovakia has served as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council and has also been part of the Economic and Social Council and the Human Rights Council.
Blanár described the adoption of the Bratislava Declaration at a UN General Assembly meeting in April 2025 as recognition of Slovakia’s active role. The country is now running for a non-permanent Security Council seat for 2028 to 2029.
Slovak Foreign Minister also warned of an erosion of the international order amid ongoing conflicts and stressed the need to uphold international law. Multilateralism, he said, remains a key pillar of Slovak foreign policy. He also thanked Slovak diplomats and experts working within the UN system.
The United Nations was founded in October 1945 after World War Two to maintain international peace and security, promote cooperation among states and protect human rights. It currently has 193 member countries. Slovakia joined the UN on 19 January 1993, following the creation of the independent state, continuing Czechoslovakia’s original membership as a founding country.
Source: TASR
