UN launches hunt for next chief amid rising challenges
Summary
The United Nations has started the search for its next secretary-general as Antonio Guterres’s term comes to an end. The UN Security Council held a first informal vote, showing former Costa Rican Vice President Rebeca Grynspan as the leading candidate, while several others remain in the running.Key Facts
- The UN is looking for a new secretary-general to replace Antonio Guterres, who has served for ten years.
- The UN faces many challenges, including global conflicts and criticism from far-right groups.
- The first informal Security Council vote gave Rebeca Grynspan 10 “encourage” votes, making her the early frontrunner.
- Carolyn Rodrigues Birkett from Guyana received nine encouraging votes.
- Rafael Grossi, head of the UN nuclear watchdog, came in third among seven candidates.
- The Security Council has 15 members; their support is important, especially from the five permanent members (China, France, Russia, the UK, and the US).
- Voting is done secretly with options to “encourage,” “discourage,” or have “no opinion” on candidates.
- The selection process may last until September or October and could be extended if no clear choice is made.
- More candidates, like former presidents and diplomats from various countries, continue to join the race.
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