New Delhi, July 17 -- The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) exuded confidence in securing a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), following the launch of India's campaign for the candidature.

Following the recent announcement of India's bid, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal detailed the diplomatic efforts currently underway in New York.

"We announced our candidature on the 13th. The External Affairs Minister was in New York, where he addressed the members and launched our campaign. We also outlined the reasons why countries should vote for India to sit in the Council again, and we are confident that our candidature will be given due consideration by all member countries."

Addressing recent commentary from P...