politics
February 27, 2026
Moscow outlines requirements for next UN Secretary-General candidate
The term of the current Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, expires on December 31
TL;DR
- Russia demands future UN Secretary-General strictly adhere to the UN Charter and its principles.
- Concerns are raised about the Western dominance in the UN Secretariat's senior positions.
- Russia expects staff selection to be based on a broad geographical basis.
- Candidates' positions on the Ukrainian crisis and recognition of its root causes will be closely examined.
- The selection process for the next UN Secretary-General begins in late April, with the decision expected in late July.
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