India was overwhelmingly elected to the UN Statistical Commission, returning to the world organisation's highest statistical body after a gap of two decades in a highly competitive election.
In a significant victory, India has overwhelmingly been elected to the UN Statistical Commission for a four-year period in a "competitive" election in which China and South Korea are still vying for the remaining seat from the Asia Pacific category. India secured an overwhelming 46 out of 53 votes.
In the election, South Korea won over China for the other seat in the Asia Pacific States category through a draw of lots after inconclusive rounds of secret-ballot voting.
India was elected by secret ballot while Argentina, Sierra Leone, Slovenia, Ukraine, the United Republic of Tanzania and the United States of America were elected by acclamation for a four-year term of office beginning January 1, 2024.
In a significant victory, India has overwhelmingly been elected to the UN Statistical Commission for a four-year period in a "competitive" election in which China and South Korea are still vying for the remaining seat from the Asia Pacific category.