Rubio Weighs In on UN Secretary-General Election
The secretary of state said that Washington's main concern was that whoever takes the role is committed to reforming the organization.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the United States has identified two or three highly qualified candidates for the U.N. secretary-general position. He emphasized that revealing Washington’s preferred choice would jeopardize that individual’s prospects.
The U.S. is not formally proposing a candidate but is observing the ongoing selection process.
Washington’s primary interest lies in ensuring that the next secretary-general, taking office on January 1, 2027, is dedicated to reforming the United Nations.
- The U.S. sees two or three strong candidates for the U.N. secretary-general post.
- Revealing a preferred candidate would endanger their chances.
- The U.S. is not putting forward its own candidate but is observing the selection process.
- The U.S. prioritizes a commitment to U.N. reform in the next secretary-general.
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