Welcome to a series of conversations on Portugal’s multilateral priorities at the UN.
Portugal, a Frontrunner of Multilateralism
An engaging conversation between Francisco Proença Garcia, Dean of the Institute for Political Studies at the Catholic University of Portugal, and Paulo Rangel, Portuguese Minister of State and Foreign Affairs, that explores the role of multilateralism in today’s world.
The videocast underscores the enduring relevance of multilateralism amid escalating geopolitical tensions, persistent conflicts, and global crises. Portugal’s candidacy for the 2027–2028 term on the Security Council is presented as a natural extension of the country’s long‑standing commitment to the Charter and the UN´s three pillars. Portugal aims to “bring values to the table”, building upon the lessons from its long history, its tradition of dialogue and moderation, renowned diplomatic skills and widely recognized contribution to international peace and security as a small yet globally connected nation with an unmatched outreach capacity across the globe.
