Peru and the United Nations
| United Nations membership | |
|---|---|
| Membership | Full member |
| Since | 31 October 1945 |
| UNSC seat | Non-permanent |
| Ambassador | Enrique Román Morey |
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The Republic of Peru became a member of the United Nations (UN) on October 31, 1945, being a founding member of the organisation. The 5th Secretary-General of the United Nations was Javier Pérez de Cuéllar, a Peruvian diplomat. He held the position from 1982 to 1991.
Peru is a regular participant in peacekeeping missions of the UN, as well as anti-drug trafficking and climate change operations.