UAE nominates diplomat to lead UN amid criticism over Sudan and Israel policy
UAE nominates diplomat to lead UN amid criticism over Sudan and Israel policy The United Arab Emirates on Wednesday formally nominated Lana Nusseibeh, its former ambassador to the United Nations, to succeed Antonio Guterres as UN secretary-general, adding a new contender to a deadlocked race. Her candidacy has drawn immediate criticism due to the UAE's controversial foreign policy, in particular…
The United Arab Emirates has officially nominated Lana Nusseibeh, a former UAE ambassador to the United Nations, to become the next UN secretary-general, according to a wire service report. Nusseibeh's candidacy has come under scrutiny due to the UAE's contentious foreign policy, particularly its backing of entities accused of genocide, such as Sudan's Rapid Support Forces and Israel's actions in Gaza.
With no apparent frontrunner in the race for the top UN post, the UAE's strong relationships with Washington and the other permanent Security Council members may provide a pathway for Nusseibeh to secure the position.
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