The Costa Rican diplomat has emerged as an early favourite, attracting cautious approval from Israeli media
The Costa Rican diplomat has emerged as an early favourite, attracting cautious approval from Israeli media
Candidate for the selection and appointment of the next United Nations secretary-general, Costa Rican economist Rebeca Grynspan speaks as she takes part in a debate organised by GWL Voices, in Geneva, on 9 June 2026 (Fabrice Coffrini/AFP)
Published date: 10 August 2026 13:34 BST
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