[Australia is running for a non-permanent seat on the Security Council] September 21, Australian Prime Minister Albanese announced at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on September 20, local time, that Australia will officially run for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council in 2029-2030, and will simultaneously launch an election campaign to compete for one of the two seats in its regional group. Australia last served as a non-permanent member of the Security Council in 2013-2014. Albanese said he expected "strong support" from Pacific island countries and ASEAN. He also added that the "strong relationships" he has established with leaders from many countries will help improve Australia's chances of winning. (CCTV International News)