Afghanistan and the United Nations

Afghanistan officially joined the United Nations on 19 November 1946[1] as the Kingdom of Afghanistan. In June 1945, the month after war had ended in Europe, representatives from 50 countries came together and drew up the UN Charter, which was signed on 26 June 1945. The UN officially came into existence on 24 October 1945.

Afghanistan

United Nations membership
Represented by	Kingdom of Afghanistan (1946–1973) Republic of Afghanistan (1973–1978, 1987–1992) Democratic Republic of Afghanistan (1978–1987) Islamic State of Afghanistan (1992–2002) Transitional Islamic State of Afghanistan (2002–2004) Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (2004–present)
Membership	Full member
Since	19 November 1946 (1946-11-19)
UNSC seat	Non-permanent
Permanent Representative	Mahmoud Saikal

Afghanistan
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As one of the UN's earliest members, Afghanistan has contributed to the work of the world body, including through its diverse and unique culture.[2]