Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, has been elected the 81st president of the UN General Assembly, defeating Cyprus's Ambassador Andreas Kakouris in a contested vote. He will assume office in September.
Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman has been elected president of the 81st UN General Assembly session, defeating Cyprus's Ambassador Andreas Kakouris with 99 votes. Rahman will serve a one-year term starting September 8, facing challenges to multilateralism and the selection of the next UN Secretary-General.
Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, Dr. Khalilur Rahman, has been elected President of the 81st UN General Assembly session starting September 2026. He secured 99 votes, defeating Cyprus's Ambassador Andreas S. Kakouris. This marks Bangladesh's return to this role after nearly 40 years, with India and Pakistan extending congratulations.
Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman won the UN General Assembly presidency, defeating Cyprus' Ambassador Andreas Kakouris. Rahman, who previously served as national security adviser and ambassador, will lead the 193-member body starting in September.
Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, has been elected President of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. He pledged to represent all member states and avoid personal bias in his duties, promising to seek common ground. Russia expressed readiness for cooperation.
Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, has been elected as the next President of the UN General Assembly, succeeding Annalena Baerbock. Rahman, a 72-year-old diplomat, secured 99 votes from 193 member states and will assume office in September.
Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, has been elected as the next President of the UN General Assembly, succeeding Annalena Baerbock. Rahman, a 72-year-old diplomat, received 99 votes from 193 member states.
Russia congratulated Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman on his election as president of the 81st UN General Assembly session, expressing confidence in his leadership.
Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, has been elected the next President of the UN General Assembly, succeeding Annalena Baerbock. He secured 99 votes from 193 member states and will assume office in September.
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