Togo has maintained an active and influential diplomatic mission at the United Nations since gaining full membership on September 20, 1960. The West African nation frequently uses international platforms to champion structural reforms that directly benefit developing economies and correct historical imbalances.
Beyond map projections, Togolese diplomats have historically spearheaded multiple initiatives focusing on regional security, maritime piracy in the Gulf of Guinea, and sustainable economic development across West Africa.
Togo in the UN Security Council
The nation expanded its global diplomatic footprint significantly by securing non-permanent seats on the United Nations Security Council, most notably serving a crucial two-year term across 2012 and 2013.
During that specific term, Togolese delegates actively contributed to peacekeeping resolutions and political stabilization frameworks throughout the African continent, cementing their reputation in international law by December 31, 2013.