Morocco has been elected to chair the United Nations Peacebuilding Commission for 2026, enhancing its presence in international decision-making.
The election of Omar Hilale, Morocco’s Permanent Representative to the UN in New York, is seen as a culmination of the diplomatic journey that Morocco has undertaken, which has garnered a reputation of trust and credibility with its steadfast commitment to supporting international peace and security. This has included practical involvement in conflict prevention, mediation, and post-war reconstruction efforts, placing human dignity at the heart of these endeavors.
This appointment also reflects international recognition of Morocco’s role, under the leadership of King Mohammed VI, in promoting regional and global stability and fostering effective cooperation initiatives, particularly within the framework of South-South cooperation in areas facing increasing security and humanitarian vulnerabilities.
In his opening remarks following his election, Omar Hilale outlined Morocco’s vision for chairing the commission, emphasizing the need for a practical approach based on national ownership of programs and leveraging regional expertise, while sounding the alarm over the deteriorating state of global peace amidst escalating armed conflicts and widening circles of instability.
Morocco’s presidency of the Peacebuilding Commission comes at a critical international juncture, where complex security and humanitarian crises intersect, giving this responsibility a unique dimension and enhancing the kingdom’s image as a responsible actor capable of building consensus within a strategic body comprising 31 members, including the permanent members of the Security Council and the largest contributors to UN peacekeeping operations.
