GCC Council Unanimously Supports Nomination of Emirati Lana Nuseibeh for UN Secretary-General Position
Jassim Al-Budaiwi announces GCC Council's support for the nomination of Lana Nuseibeh.
Translated by Qiyas from كونا — Original source
Riyadh, October 22 (KUNA) -- Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jassem Al-Budaiwi announced today that the GCC member states unanimously support the candidacy of Lana Nusseibeh, UAE Minister of State, for the position of UN Secretary-General.
In a press statement, Al-Budaiwi said that backing this candidacy reflects the GCC states’ commitment to supporting multilateral international action and their keenness to contribute to strengthening the role of the United Nations in safeguarding international peace and security, in accordance with the purposes and principles of its Charter.
He praised Lana Nusseibeh’s professional career and extensive diplomatic experience within the UN system, noting that she served as the UAE’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations from 2013 to 2024, and chaired the UN Security Council twice during her country’s tenure as a non-permanent member in 2022–2023.
He added that she also held the position of Vice-President of the UN General Assembly, chaired the Executive Board of UN Women, and contributed, in cooperation with member states, to bridging differences and building consensus on a number of international issues.
Al-Budaiwi expressed confidence that Lana Nusseibeh’s experience and competence would contribute to enhancing the effectiveness and standing of the United Nations, and wished her success and good fortune. (End)
