Race for the UN's top job: Could 2026 finally give the world its first woman secretary-general?
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Jul 23, 2026, 19:27 IST | Updated: Jul 23, 2026, 19:27 IST
For 80 years, the United Nations has never had a woman lead it — but 2026 could change that. As Secretary-General António Guterres's term ends, the race to succeed him is heating up, with strong contenders including Michelle Bachelet and Rebeca Grynspan. The UN Security Council is now deep in closed-door discussions, weighing candidates before making its recommendation to the General Assembly, which holds the final vote.
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