UN General Assembly
2007

seats with all the privileges that other permanent members enjoy, including the right of veto. Libya seeks the support of all Member States for a seat on the Security Council so that it may continue to carry out its efforts to achieve the objectives of the United Nations, building on its experience of non- permanent membership in 1976 and 1977. Libya has therefore submitted its candidature for non-permanent membership for the coming period 2008-2009. This candidature enjoys the support of the African Union as expressed in its resolution EX.CL/DEC. 308 (IX) issued in Banjul on 29 June 2007, of the Organization of the Islamic Conference in its resolution ORG 33/2 issued in Baku on 21 June 2006 and of the Arab League in its resolution on 6 September 2006. Libya’s firm commitment to the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter, its notable contribution to international peace and security and its support for development, especially in Africa, demonstrate that Libya is highly qualified for membership in the Security Council. As a member of the Council, Libya would strive