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UN Candidates Push for Equality Amid Leadership Debate

12/4/2025

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Rebeca Grynspan, a candidate for the United Nations secretary-general, urged greater equality and inclusivity at the U.N.
She noted the U.N. has never had a female leader, despite many qualified women.
Grynspan said restoring trust is needed amid criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump that the U.N. has great potential but must improve.
Other candidates include former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet and Argentine diplomat Rafael Grossi.

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Rebeca Grynspan, a candidate for the United Nations secretary-general, urged greater equality and inclusivity at the U.N.
She noted the U.N. has never had a female leader, despite many qualified women.
Grynspan said restoring trust is needed amid criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump that the U.N. has great potential but must improve.
Other candidates include former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet and Argentine diplomat Rafael Grossi.