European Union and the United Nations
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The European Union (EU) has had permanent observer status at the United Nations (UN) since 1974, and has had enhanced participation rights since 2011. The EU itself does not have voting rights but it is represented alongside its 27 members, one of which, France, is a permanent member of the Security Council.
Relationship overview
United Nations membership | |
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Membership | Observer (enhanced) |
Since | 1974 (1974) (enhanced: 2011) |
Former name(s) | European Communities |
UNSC seat | Ineligible |
Ambassador | Olof Skoog |