Former UN General Assembly Chair Espinosa Nominated for UN Secretary-General

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•María Fernanda Espinosa served as Chair of the UN General Assembly in 2018.
•Espinosa was nominated for UN Secretary-General by Ecuador in May 2026.
•There are currently four official candidates competing for the UN Secretary-General position for the 2027-2031 term.
•The UN Secretary-General selection process involves member states evaluating candidates' experience and vision for global challenges.
•Espinosa has a diplomatic background including roles in Ecuador's foreign ministry and previous UN engagements.

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▸If UN member states select Espinosa as Secretary-General she will lead the UN from 2027, influencing policies on peacekeeping, climate action, and international cooperation.

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WESTEl Pais - InternacionalLa ecuatoriana Espinosa se suma a los cuatro aspirantes a dirigir la ONU a partir de 2027 RUTASS (EN)Former General Assembly Chairman Espinosa nominated for post of UN Secretary General MEAsharq Al-Awsat (EN)Former Ecuadoran Top Diplomat Enters Race for UN Chief

María Fernanda Espinosa, former Chair of the UN General Assembly, has officially joined the list of four candidates for UN Secretary-General starting in 2027. Her nomination adds to a competitive race to lead the UN amid pressing global issues like climate change and peacekeeping. The selection will shape UN leadership and influence international cooperation for the next term.

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