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United Nations: Elections

Asked by Adam JogeeLabourForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 29 April 2026UIN 129949

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether His Majesty’s Government has a preferred candidate to be the next Secretary-General of the United Nations.

Answered by Chris Elmore

The UK's priority is to select the candidate best equipped to lead the UN in tackling our shared global challenges. We will continue to engage with our international partners throughout the selection process.

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