With strong international support, India was selected to serve on the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) for the 2026–2028 term

Regarding the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC):

What is ECOSOC of the United Nations?

Complete Title: United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)

Founded: 1945 in accordance with the UN Charter

Total Members: 54 nations, chosen by the UN General Assembly for a term of 3 years.

Essential Function: Main UN platform for policy discussions, coordination, and agreement on economic, social, and humanitarian matters.

Goals of ECOSOC:

Enhance living standards and foster complete employment: Seeks to guarantee economic prosperity and job opportunities for all nations via international policy assistance.

Confront economic, social, and health issues: Addresses worldwide poverty, inequality, and health emergencies through unified UN initiatives and collaborations.

Promote cultural and educational partnerships: Supports global cooperation to enhance learning and protect cultural assets.

Advance human rights and basic freedoms: Supporters of civil rights and social equity as essential elements for worldwide peace and progress.

Main Roles of ECOSOC:

Coordinates 15 UN Specialized Agencies: Guarantees consistency in policies across organizations such as WHO, ILO, and FAO regarding international development objectives.

Supervises 8 functional and 5 regional commissions: Promotes intergovernmental discussions on social, economic, and regional development topics.

Serves as a key forum for socio-economic policies: Offers an international venue for member countries to deliberate and suggest economic and social policies.

Conducts High-Level Political Forum (HLPF): Oversees the execution of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals via yearly ministerial evaluations.

Conducts collaborative meetings with IMF and World Bank: Synchronizes UN development approaches with international financial systems for enhanced policy consistency.