United Nations Security Council Resolution 401

United Nations Security Council Resolution 401, adopted on December 14, 1976, noted a report of the Secretary-General that, due to the existing circumstances, the presence of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus would continue to be essential for a peaceful settlement. The Council expressed its concerns regarding actions which could heighten tensions, and asked the Secretary-General to report back again before April 30, 1977 to follow the implementation of the resolution.

UN Security Council
Resolution 401
Divided Cyprus
Date14 December 1976
Meeting no.1,979
CodeS/RES/401 (Document)
SubjectCyprus
Voting summary
  • 13 voted for
  • None voted against
  • None abstained
ResultAdopted
Security Council composition
Permanent members
Non-permanent members

The Council reaffirmed its previous resolutions, including Resolution 365 (1974), expressed its concern over the situation, urged the involved parties to work together toward peace and once more extended the stationing of the Force in Cyprus, established in Resolution 186 (1964) until June 15, 1977.

Resolution 401 was adopted by 13 votes to none; Benin and China did not participate in the voting.

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