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EU’s Ribera joins push for first woman to lead UN
politico.eu • • world
Key Points:
- European Commission Executive Vice President Teresa Ribera expressed support for a woman becoming the next U.N. secretary-general, a historic first for the organization.
- Four women are among the seven candidates vying to replace António Guterres, who will step down at the end of December 2026 after two terms.
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez also advocated for a female U.N. leader, emphasizing the importance of gender representation after 80 years of male secretaries-general.
- The U.S. is pressing for financial and structural reforms at the U.N., with President Trump reportedly suggesting FIFA President Gianni Infantino as a potential candidate, though no formal nomination has been made.
- The Security Council must recommend a candidate with at least nine votes and no vetoes from permanent members before the General Assembly appoints the next secretary-general.
