Tuvalu and the United Nations
| United Nations membership | |
|---|---|
| Membership | Full member |
| Since | September 5, 2000 |
| UNSC seat | Non-permanent (never elected) |
| Ambassador | Dr. Tapugao Falefou |
Tuvalu became the 189th member of the United Nations on September 5, 2000. Tuvalu is one of 14 states not recognising the People's Republic of China. The country has played a role in advocating for more ambitious international cooperation on mitigating climate change, given the country's vulnerability to its impacts.