Congratulations to Dr. Khalilur Rahman (@UN_PGA) on assuming the Presidency of the eighty-first session of the General Assembly. The theme he has set for the session, restoring trust and managing transformation, speaks to a task that concerns everyone who works in and with the U…Mostrar mais

In Manama I met with H.E. Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain and had a courtesy call with H.R.H. Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. We discussed how a single disruption spreads instability…Mostrar mais

🇫🇷 Français ci-dessous ⬇️ In Paris, at the #FabriquedelaDiplomatie, I took part in a forum on globalization and the risk of fragmentation of value chains, alongside Jean-Dominique Sénard (@renaultgroup), Anne Grillo (@francediplo), Jean-Marie Paugam (@Paugam_Commerce) and mode…Mostrar mais

A Secretary-General who does not listen cannot deliver. This is what I told 45 parliamentarians from 27 African countries who joined the Africa’s Parliamentary Community in Dialogue moderated by Hon. Neema Lugangira. We went through Africa’s priorities on global governance, peac…Mostrar mais

It was a pleasure to take part in the European Forum Alpbach (@forumalpbach), alongside Austria’s Federal Minister for European and International Affairs, Beate Meinl-Reisinger (@BMeinl), a platform for dialogue that has brought together voices from around the world since 1945 fo…Mostrar mais

It was a pleasure to take part in the European Forum Alpbach (@forumalpbach), alongside Austria’s Federal Minister for European and International Affairs Beate Meinl-Reisinger (@BMeinl), a platform for dialogue that has brought together voices from around the world since 1945 and…Mostrar mais

On the margins of the African Union's extraordinary session in Luanda, I met with Sierra Leone's new Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Mohamed Rahman Swarray, to discuss peace and security in Africa and the continent's instruments for conflict prevention…Mostrar mais

In Luanda, I met with the Chairperson of the @_AfricanUnion Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, where we underscored the strategic importance of the partnership with the United Nations. We also discussed the scope for deepening it in the years ahead, with concrete results that resp…Mostrar mais

In Luanda, I met with the Chairperson of the African Union Commission (@_AfricanUnion), Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, where we underscored the strategic importance of the partnership with the United Nations. We also discussed the scope for deepening it in the years ahead, with concrete r…Mostrar mais

I had the pleasure of being received by President João Lourenço (@jlprdeangola) as Angola brought African leaders to discuss peace and security on the continent. We had a meaningful exchange on our strong commitment to peace and conflict resolution, multilateralism, and the centr…Mostrar mais

I join the people of #Norway in mourning the passing of His Majesty King Harald V. My sincere condolences go to Her Majesty Queen Sonja, to His Majesty King Haakon VIII, and to the Royal Family and the people of Norway. His service to his country will be long remembered. Photo:…Mostrar mais

Always a pleasure to speak with Minister Omar Al Olama and to participate in the @WorldGovSummit's virtual dialogue ‘The Future of Global Leadership’. We discussed the future of the United Nations and the importance of building stronger partnerships with regional organisations an…Mostrar mais

In Pretoria, I met with President @CyrilRamaphosa. We reaffirmed our commitment to multilateralism, the need for the United Nations to change, and the indispensable role and voice of the Global South in making it more representative, more responsive and better equipped to address…Mostrar mais

Always a pleasure to speak with Minister Omar Al Olama and to participate in the @WorldGovSummit's virtual dialogue ‘The Future of Global Leadership’. We discussed the future of the United Nations and the importance of building stronger partnerships with regional organisations an…Mostrar mais

This week in New York, I met with the Permanent Observer Mission of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, which brings together fifty-seven member states. Regional organisations are often first on the ground and stay long after the attention moves on. A United Nations that res…Mostrar mais

Deeply saddened by the news from the valley between Rasuwa and Gyirong. My thoughts are with those who have lost loved ones, those still waiting for news, and all those affected on both sides of the border, as well as the rescue teams working in extremely difficult conditions.

This week in New York, I met with H. E. Lars Løkke Rasmussen (@larsloekke), Minister for Foreign Affairs of Denmark. During its two years on the Security Council, Denmark has advocated for an institution that is more accountable, more effective and more representative. That stand…Mostrar mais

We need hope. And we need realism. In 2022, amid war, I worked to keep 33 million metric tons of grains moving. No perfect conditions. No guarantees of success. Just negotiation, persistence, and a fierce determination to deliver. #newUN

Ces derniers mois, je me suis entretenue avec des chefs d'État et de gouvernement, des ministres et de hauts responsables d'États membres dans 27 villes, sur tous les continents. Ces entretiens confirment toute ma carrière des dernières décennies : une impartialité stricte, la fi…Mostrar mais

I ask to be judged by the same standard as every other candidate: the record. I have spent my career leading institutions through reform, making them faster, leaner and more useful to the people they serve. And before every decision, I look at the numbers first. Budgets, results,…Mostrar mais

A lo largo de mi carrera, he aprendido de primera mano que la diplomacia se demuestra cuando se convierte en resultados concretos en la vida de las personas. En esta primera entrega de mi newsletter, comparto tres momentos en los que hice exactamente eso. #newUN www.linkedin.com/pulse/una-vida-de-resulta...Mostrar mais

Prévenir les conflits et bâtir la paix, c'est vraiment le cœur du métier de la Secrétaire générale. Mais même quand on avance sur ce terrain-là, les ondes de choc de la guerre finissent toujours par toucher des gens à des milliers de kilomètres. Limiter les dégâts, ça fait aussi…Mostrar mais

En los últimos meses, me he reunido con con Jefes de Estado y de Gobierno, Ministros y autoridades de los Estados miembros en 27 ciudades de todas las regiones del mundo. Esas conversaciones confirman lo que mi trabajo ya ha exigido: estricta imparcialidad, fidelidad a la Carta d…Mostrar mais

La prevención de conflictos y la construcción de la paz son pilares fundamentales de la Secretaría General. Mientras avanzamos en esta labor, las repercusiones de la guerra siguen afectando a personas a miles de kilómetros de distancia. Mitigar ese daño es parte del mismo esfuerz…Mostrar mais

The international community should support all diplomatic efforts leading to a full and permanent peace. This is what the UN Charter is about: save future generations from the scourge of war. #newUN

Sigo con preocupación las consecuencias del terremoto que golpeó a #Colombia este 10 de agosto. Mi pensamiento está con quienes han perdido a seres queridos, con las personas heridas y con todas las comunidades afectadas. En momentos así, lo primero es estar cerca, ayudar y acom…Mostrar mais

Reunión con @Indiana_Trejos, ministra de Comercio Exterior de Costa Rica, como siempre una conversación sustantiva sobre la importancia del comercio internacional para nuestros países y sobre la importancia de tener unas Naciones Unidas que respondan más rápido, coordine mejor, y…Mostrar mais

Créativité, idées nouvelles et résilience. Si je suis élue Secrétaire générale, je défendrai une Organisation des Nations Unies qui cherche et propose systématiquement des solutions et ne renonce jamais face aux défis. #newUN

Over the past few months I have met with member states from every region, in 27 cities, with Heads of State and Government, Ministers and authorities. Those conversations confirm what my work has already required: strict impartiality, fidelity to the UN Charter, and service to ev…Mostrar mais

Preventing conflict and building peace is central to the work of the Secretary-General. While that work advances, the consequences of war still reach people thousands of miles away. Limiting that damage is part of the same job. I have seen a war turn into a food crisis, an energy…Mostrar mais

En cinco años, quiero ver una ONU más ágil y eficaz: capaz de responder a las preocupaciones de la gente, recuperar su lugar en la mesa de negociación, prevenir la escalada de los conflictos y liderar la mediación necesaria para poner fin a la violencia y al sufrimiento. ¿Cómo s…Mostrar mais

En mi encuentro en Montevideo con @OrsiYamandu, presidente de la República Oriental del Uruguay, compartí mis ideas para hacer de Naciones Unidas una organización efectiva y con impacto real en la vida de las personas. Uruguay, por su activo rol en la escena internacional, tiene…Mostrar mais

La confianza en Naciones Unidas se construye con resultados y con la certeza de que seguiremos presentes cuando otros se retiran. En un tiempo de conflictos, desafíos y contradicciones, la legitimidad de la Organización se sostiene en la integridad, la independencia y la coheren…Mostrar mais

HOY, EN VIVO - Participaré en el "Diálogo regional sobre el futuro liderazgo de las Naciones Unidas”, organizado por la #CELAC y @CancilleriaUy, moderado por @aristeguicnn. Pueden seguirlo en este enlace: www.youtube.com/live/WEPx7mw4eyI

The UN Charter promised to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war. I know that keeping that promise means hard work. In 2022, with a war underway, I spearheaded UN's talks on food and fertilizer, resulting in the deal that kept almost 33 million tonnes of grain flowi…Mostrar mais

Cada acuerdo que he firmado en mi carrera nació en esa intersección: saber exactamente lo que quería y leer con honestidad lo que era posible. Hay días en que el camino permite avanzar un kilómetro. Hay días en que permite apenas un metro. Lo importante es que la dirección nunca…Mostrar mais

Dans cinq ans, je veux voir une ONU plus agile et plus efficace, qui répond aux préoccupations des populations, reprend sa place à la table des négociations dans les situations de conflit, prévient l'escalade et conduit la médiation pour faire cesser la violence et les souffrance…Mostrar mais

Tout au long de ma carrière, j'ai appris que la diplomatie est la bonne stratégie lorsqu'elle se traduit par des résultats concrets. Dans cette première édition de ma newsletter, je décris trois situations où c’est exactement ce que j’ai fait.

This Thursday, the Security Council holds its first straw poll on candidates for United Nations Secretary-General. Over the past few months, I have met with Member States across every region, visited capitals, and engaged with ministers and Heads of State and Government. Those c…Mostrar mais

Tout au long de ma carrière, j'ai appris de première main que la diplomatie est la bonne stratégie lorsqu'elle se traduit par des résultats concrets dans la vie des gens. Dans cette première édition de ma newsletter, je décris trois situations où c’est exactement ce que j’ai fait…Mostrar mais

At the General Assembly town hall on 23 July, I was asked how, five years from now, I would know if I had succeeded as Secretary-General. I replied that I would measure success by one thing: whether people stop asking, “Where is the UN?” I want to see an agile, effective organiza…Mostrar mais

Throughout my career, I have seen firsthand that the true value of diplomacy lies in achieving concrete results that improve people's lives. In this first issue of my newsletter, I share three distinct moments where I was able to accomplish exactly that.

A lo largo de mi carrera, he aprendido de primera mano que la diplomacia se demuestra cuando se convierte en resultados concretos en la vida de las personas. En esta primera entrega de mi newsletter, comparto tres momentos en los que hice exactamente eso. www.linkedin.com/pulse/una-vida-de-resulta...Mostrar mais

In my career, I have learned firsthand that diplomacy proves itself when it turns into concrete results in people's lives. In this first issue of my newsletter, I share three moments where I did exactly that. www.linkedin.com/pulse/life-results-diplom...Mostrar mais

In New York, I met the Permanent Representatives of Uruguay, Laura Dupuy Lasserre (@UruguayONU); Angola, Francisco José da Cruz (@MissionAngola); and Deputy Permanent Representative of Somalia, Mohammed Rabi Yussuf (@SomaliaatUN). In each conversation, I started from the same sta…Mostrar mais

In New York, I met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, H.E. Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner (@RDCongoMAE). We discussed the role of African regional organizations and the representation of Africa in the UN. We need a UN that supports solutions…Mostrar mais

Thank you to @UN_PGA for organising the town hall ”The Next Secretary-General' at the @UN in New York. It was an opportunity to share my views on peacebuilding, tackling the financial challenges facing the UN, the role of technology and the partnerships, and my plan for the firs…Mostrar mais

At @UN, we are prepared and looking forward to the start of the UN’s most important global conference on trade – #UNCTAD16. It takes place every four years, and begins on Monday!

Agradezco profundamente a Costa Rica🇨🇷 y al Presidente de la República por proponer mi candidatura para Secretaria General de la ONU, cuando el proceso formal de selección inicie a finales de este año. Es un honor y una gran responsabilidad que acepto con compromiso y gratitud…Mostrar mais

Today, I launched @UNCTAD’s World Investment Report 2025. Too many economies are being left behind not for lack of potential – but because the system still sends capital where it’s easiest, not where it’s needed. But we can change that. 🔗unctad.org/wir2025 👇🏼