In a remarkable turn of events, Khalilur Rahman from Bangladesh has clinched the presidency of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, edging past Cypruss Andreas Kakouris in a tightly contested race. As he prepares to assume leadership in September, this accomplishment marks a triumphant moment for Bangladesh on the world stage.

United Nations, Bangladesh and Cyprus will face off this week in a closely-watched election for the President of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly.

Die UN-Vollversammlung hat Khalilur Rahman zu ihrem Präsidenten gewählt. 99 der 193 UN-Mitgliedstaaten stimmten für ihn als Nachfolger von Annalena Baerbock.

By Minlu Zhang at the United Nations |