Algerian Radio
The United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) has elected Algeria to the Organizational Committee of the Peacebuilding Commission and the United Nations Statistical Commission.
The elections took place during a session held at the UN headquarters in New York on Tuesday night. In a statement issued Thursday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicated that Younès Zebbiche was elected to the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) for the 2027–2032 term.
According to the statement, Algeria will serve on the Organizational Committee of the UN Peacebuilding Commission for the 2027–2029 term. Furthermore, Algeria will hold a seat on the United Nations Statistical Commission for the 2027–2030 term.
Regarding the election of Younès Zebbiche, he secured 36 votes out of a total of 54 member states in the Council, surpassing the required majority of 28 votes. Zebbiche finished second, following the Turkish candidate and outgoing President of the INCB.
The International Narcotics Control Board is an independent, quasi-judicial body responsible for monitoring the implementation of United Nations drug control conventions. Its primary mission is to prevent the diversion of drugs into illicit channels while ensuring their availability for medical purposes. It also monitors government compliance with relevant international treaties.
The 13 members of the Board are elected by ECOSOC from among experts recognized for their specialized knowledge, high competence, and integrity, performing their duties independently upon election.
This election serves as an endorsement of Algeria's active international role in the fight against drugs. It is also a recognition of the expertise and experience the country has gained in this field, particularly given the special attention Algerian authorities pay to this issue, mobilizing significant material and human resources to mitigate its destructive social and security impacts.
