Warum? (2026) : 1x77
Could the UN Finally Have Its First Woman Secretary-General?
5 Min.
Overview
On July 30, the UN Security Council holds its first informal vote to choose the next UN Secretary-General. After several rounds of mostly behind-the-scenes voting, one candidate will emerge. Why has no woman ever led the UN - and could that change this time? We explain.
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