Key Points
- Rebecca Grijnspan received 10 votes
- Two candidates from Costa Rica and Guyana are emerging
- The election process is ongoing
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The first informal vote for the selection of the United Nations Secretary-General took place in New York. Rebecca Grijnspan, the former vice president of Costa Rica, took the lead in the first round with 10 votes.
The selection process is being closely followed by world leaders. The elected person will have an important role in maintaining world peace and security.
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- How is the UN Secretary-General elected?
- The 15 members of the Security Council evaluate the candidates by supporting, not supporting, or abstaining.
- When will the election process end?
- The election process is expected to be completed between September and December 2026.
- What is the role of the UN Secretary-General?
- The UN Secretary-General has an important role in maintaining world peace and security.
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