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A historic opportunity to reshape UN leadership

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“A historic opportunity to reshape UN leadership”

The United Nations secretary-general has no army and cannot force a government to make peace. Nonetheless, the person holding the job is expected to mediate conflicts, defend international law and speak for people whose own governments fail to protect them. António Guterres leaves office on December 31. Choosing his successor raises a basic question: What do governments want from the UN? The UAE’s nomination offers a fresh perspective on that question. The UAE nominated Lana Zaki Nusseibeh on…

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