Australia will seek a seat on the United Nations Security Council from 2029, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says. He says the country plans to launch a campaign to secure one of the two non-permanent seats available to its regional bloc.

Australia’s last term on the council ended in 2014. In outlining the bid, Albanese frames the move as an opportunity for Australia to help shape global responses and contribute to discussions at the council during the next term. Reuters reports the announcement as Albanese formally begins efforts aimed at winning support ahead of the 2029 election. The coverage also highlights Australia’s return to candidacy after the gap since its previous membership.