Permanent Mission of the Republic of Korea to the United Nations

Welcome to the website of the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Korea to the United Nations.

The Republic of Korea (ROK) has long shared a special relationship with the United Nations (UN). In 1948, the UN General Assembly recognized the legitimacy of the ROK government through resolution 195. Two years later, the UN Security Council adopted a resolution to provide the ROK with military assistance at the outbreak of the Korean War in 1950. In the subsequent years, the UN provided invaluable support as Korea rose from the devastation of war to achieve remarkable progress in the areas of democracy and economic development.

Since joining the UN in 1991, the ROK has actively contributed to the three major pillars of the UN’s work — peace and security, human rights, and development. These efforts have led to tangible achievement: the ROK served as President of the General Assembly in 2001 and produced the 8th Secretary-General of the UN. Additionally, the ROK served as a non-permanent member of the Security Council in 1996-1997, 2013-2014, and most recently 2024-2025, further strengthening Korea’s contribution to global peace and security. As a member of the Human Rights Council and the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), and the 9th largest contributor to the UN’s regular budget among 193 member states, the ROK continues to fulfil its responsibilities in line with its international standing.

The Permanent Mission of the ROK to the UN, in consideration of “pragmatic diplomacy centered on national interests,” is fostering cooperation and mutual understanding among countries from around the world at the UN for the peace and prosperity of humanity. We will also seek to play a constructive role in addressing emerging global issues such as AI-driven technological innovation, climate change, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), thereby enhancing Korea’s role as a responsible global leader.

The ROK hopes to continue having the support of the global community as it pursues these goals.

Thank you.

Ambassador Jihoon Cha

Permanent Representative of the Republic of Korea to the United Nations