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FILE: Minister for Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates Lana Nusseibeh addresses the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, 27 September 2025

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Video. UN chief race enters decisive phase as new contender arrives

Updated: 23/10/2026 - 19:24 GMT+2

UAE’s star diplomat Lana Nusseibeh has entered the race for the UN secretary-general position, challenging front-runner Rebeca Grynspan at a decisive time for the global organisation's future. The UN chief race could now lead to the first ever female secretary-general.

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