Ahead of the member state discussion of the upcoming resolution on the UN Secretary-General (UNSG) selection process, the AHWG co-facilitators circulated an ‘elements paper’ to all member states. 1 for 8 Billion welcomes this step and is pleased to see promising signs of progress towards a more transparent and open selection process.
1 for 8 Billion briefs ACT group of 27 member states
1 for 8 Billion briefed diplomats from the ACT group - a cross-regional group of 27 small and mid-sized countries . The presentation, delivered by 1 for 8 Billion’s Ben Donaldson, advocated for reforms to ensure a more open, inclusive process to select the next Secretary-General and opportunities for civil society collaboration in the upcoming process.
1 for 8 Billion presents proposals for reform at co-facilitators meeting
L'Afrique a un rôle clé dans le choix du prochain Secrétaire général de l’ONU
Il est temps de se demander quel type de leader serait le mieux placé pour promouvoir les principes d’équité et d’égalité et façonner la diplomatie mondiale. Alors que la phase de décision se met en place, l’Afrique saisira-t-elle cette occasion pour affirmer son pouvoir collectif ou laissera-t-elle ses divisions affaiblir son influence?