António Guterres.
Secretary-General of the United Nations since 2017
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 345
What's happening
Active this week
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Hezbollah launched rockets into northern Israel, amid ongoing IDF operations and opposition to US-Iran peace talks.Well supported84 reports20 developments inside
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Several international figures, including Michelle Bachelet and Macky Sall, are contending for the leadership role succeeding António Guterres.Well supported9 reports
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Discussions are underway regarding candidates for the UN Secretary-General role, involving Costa Rica, Argentina, and key figures like Olara Otunnu and Han Zheng.Well supported13 reports
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres is scheduled to visit Yerevan to hold talks with Nikol Pashinyan.Well supported17 reports2 developments inside
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Guterres spoke at the launch of a report in Yerevan on October 17, 2026.Some support4 reports
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Candidates for key UN and IAEA roles are emerging, with Donald Trump expressing reservations about António Guterres' successor.Some support1 report
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres addressed bilateral program cooperation and regional peace for development with Armenia.Some support2 reports
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António Guterres currently serves as the UN Secretary-General, while Rebeca Grynspan leads a UN trade and development agency.Some support2 reports
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres opened a Global Forum in Beijing on May 28, 2026.Well supported6 reports
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Houthi forces, backed by Iran, have vowed to impose a naval blockade on targets in Saudi Arabia, including the capital Riyadh.Well supported27 reports
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Guterres proposed budget cuts for the United Nations during a meeting at UN Headquarters in New York.Some support2 reports
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A UN conference was held in Geneva on October 13, 2026, which included an Israeli diplomat.Some support1 report
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Pacific nations sought protection of statehood and maritime boundaries, while New Zealand abstained on a UN pandemic declaration in 2021.Some support1 report
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António Guterres is preparing for his final session at the United Nations General Assembly.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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António Guterres's report lists Algeria as a party involved in a conflict.Some support1 report
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Ban Ki-moon and António Guterres both served as UN Secretary-General.Some support1 report
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Trump defended policies while warning Iran, Pezeshkian accused Washington of coercion, and Guterres addressed UNGA in New York.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Brazil renews calls for UN Security Council enlargement while Trump defends his stance on Iran and the ICC.Some support1 report
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres held a roundtable discussion during his official visit to Pakistan.Some support2 reports
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The UN Secretary-General convened a high-level climate event during the General Assembly session.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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El Niño is threatening massive economic damage globally, with impacts entering a danger zone.Some support9 reports
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Diplomatic figures commented on global conflicts, including UN recognition of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and Guterres noting the reduced importance of wars in Ethiopia.Some support4 reports
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The UN is grappling with the implications of the Trump administration's consideration of US withdrawal and funding issues, including a $2 billion provision to UNHCR.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A UN initiative is accelerating grid development in Africa, while Zambia seeks 5,000MW of surplus wind power to meet energy needs.Some support1 report
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Ishaq Dar informed on Pakistan's stance regarding Kashmir during a meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres.Some support1 report
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The 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting is underway in Palau, with António Guterres leading the annual dialogue ahead of Pre-COP31 in Fiji.Some support7 reports2 developments inside
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Leaders call for COP31 to meet climate commitments and urge a united Pacific stance on climate change.Some support2 reports
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António Guterres, serving as the outgoing UN Secretary-General, commented on the failure to prevent conflict involving Israel.Well supported4 reports
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Guterres highlighted immense civilian suffering across the Middle East, Sahel, and Sudan, while Pakistan authored a related diplomatic text.Some support2 reports
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Khalilur Rahman opened the General Debate session, noting the UN's constraints due to outdated power structures.Well supported12 reports2 developments inside
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Pakistan hosted António Guterres and facilitated dialogue between the US and Iran amid escalating regional tensions.Some support2 reports
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António Guterres warned of international system strain regarding the prolonged conflict and humanitarian issues in the Gaza Strip.Well supported5 reports
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UN officials, including António Guterres, criticized Israeli organizations for sexual violence and reports placed Israel on a sexual violence blacklist.Well supported7 reports
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Nikol Pashinyan will participate in the 81st session of the UNGA in New York and meet with UN Secretary-General António Guterres.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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A president spoke at the General Debate in New York on October 5, 2026, as part of the high-level UN activities.Some support2 reports
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned of environmental collapse and human rights crisis.Well supported19 reports2 developments inside
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India's representative and UN Secretary-General António Guterres discussed Gandhian values guiding sustainable development goals.Some support1 report
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Trump gave a speech at the UN General Assembly where he demanded an investigation via Guterres, while Carney commented on his past issues.Well supported5 reports
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António Guterres warned about violence in the occupied West Bank, and US policy is under scrutiny regarding actions there.Some support1 report
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A meeting took place on August 4, 2026, involving Indonesia, the ICRC, António Guterres, and representatives from Israel to discuss humanitarian issues.Some support1 report
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The UN General Assembly discussed the UN secretary-general race, ongoing conflicts in Iran, and wars in the Gaza Strip.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, is associated with the Permanent Mission to the UN.Well supported18 reports1 development inside
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Saudi Arabia met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres and provided $6 million in funding.Some support1 report
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Chad has notified António Guterres of its exit, while Donald Trump has urged Chad to quit the ICC.Some support1 report
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The current UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, is facing term limits and calls for a major overhaul of the United Nations structure.Some support2 reports
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António Guterres accused Israel of risking ethnic cleansing on September 27, 2026.Some support1 report
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Nepal engaged in the UN General Assembly, where Balendra Shah met António Guterres to discuss LDC status.Some support1 report
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António Guterres and Jared Kushner discussed potential ceasefires for grain and energy with US envoys.Some support2 reports
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Amidst the political crisis, UN Secretary-General Guterres warned about the risk of ethnic cleansing due to extreme policies advocated by Israeli leaders.Well supported3 reports
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World leaders are gathering in New York for a UN meeting where global crises, including Sudan, Yemen, and Iran, are being discussed.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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High-level discussions involving global figures address the shift of power from nation-states to private corporations regarding AI leadership and arms race avoidance.Some support1 report
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A partnership between One Carbon World and VUKA Group focused on the Carbon Markets Africa Summit, with Guterres advocating for offsetting tools to unlock private finance in Africa.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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António Guterres calls for finance to combat climate shocks in East Africa.Some support1 report
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António Guterres leads the United Nations during its annual general assembly meeting in New York.Some support4 reports
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The UN General Assembly operationalized an ICJ advisory ruling, with António Guterres supporting the affirmation of international law.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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Leaders, including Macron, Guterres, and Trump, issue warnings about the Gaza peace plan, describing it as a spectacle and warning of ethnic cleansing in the West Bank.Some support2 reports
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US budget shortfalls force UN budget cuts, with the US expressing reservations on mission extensions and supporting strategic-mineral deals.Some support3 reports
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Concurrent developments include the Obama administration limiting Fox News access, Guterres comparing Gaza deaths to Ethiopia, and Lander criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza.Some support1 report
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António Guterres was involved with the UNCTAD agency on September 18, 2026.Some support1 report
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned of threats to global food security and condemned fossil fuel profits.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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What's reaching António Guterres
Events traced to António Guterres, step by step, newest first- US pressure for cuts challenges Guterres' ability to lead UN reformAntónio Guterres faces challenges to his mandate amid US pressure for UN cutsLikely
- António Guterres may face pressure to accelerate institutional reforms for AfricaAntónio Guterres may face pressure to accelerate institutional reforms for AfricaLikely
- How could Israel's likely absence from the climate summit affect António Guterres?Israel's absence from climate summit could challenge global consensus on Paris AgreementPossible
- Increased military aid could heighten the humanitarian crisis António Guterres must address in GazaIncreased military aid could heighten the humanitarian crisis António Guterres must address in Gaza.Possible
- How could the high-level meeting on global aid affect António Guterres?UN leadership may face pressure to accelerate reforms amid global aid crisisPossible
- How could the status of major Syrian cities affect António Guterres?The UN Secretary-General must address severe infrastructure and security crises in SyriaLikely
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Explainers that pass through António Guterres
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News at the entities that move António Guterres most-
Nikol Pashinyan OperationalArmenia hosted UN negotiations (COP17) where PM Pashinyan spoke on shortcomings of nature pacts.Moves António Guterres
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Sudan OperationalSudanese nationals have received temporary work status in the US following recent policy developments.Moves António Guterres
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Dario Amodei OperationalDario Amodei co-founded the AI company Anthropic.Moves António Guterres
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Syria OperationalSaudi Arabia sought covert support from Damascus regarding the ongoing conflict involving the Houthis in Yemen.Moves António Guterres
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general assembly StructuralA majority shareholder proposed a new board structure, leading to disagreements over board composition.Moves António Guterres
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Pakistan OperationalRegional players, including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye, condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.Moves António Guterres
Connections
The 40 strongest of 345, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
United Nations Structural
António Guterres serves as the chief executive and functional leader of the United Nations institution.
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Stéphane Dujarric Structural
Stéphane Dujarric serves as the official spokesperson for António Guterres's office as UN Secretary-General.
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Syria Operational
António Guterres utilizes his official capacity as UN Secretary-General to engage with the government and people of Syria regarding political transition, humanitarian aid, and recovery efforts.
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general assembly Structural
Guterres serves as the UN Secretary-General, whose mandate and agenda is executed within the General Assembly structure.
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Nikol Pashinyan Operational
The two political leaders actively coordinate diplomatic efforts, holding talks and co-opening summits on international peace and security.
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Martin Kimani Structural
Martin Kimani holds a formal position appointed by António Guterres, the UN Secretary-General.
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Gaza Strip Operational
Guterres actively tracks the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip and issues calls for ceasefires and compliance.
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Pakistan Operational
António Guterres and Pakistan maintain a strong, active diplomatic relationship characterized by official visits, mutual cooperation on global issues, and institutional engagement.
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Olara Otunnu Operational
Olara Otunnu is actively campaigning and competing against António Guterres for the position of UN Secretary-General.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump and Guterres engage in high-stakes, often conflicting, dialogue regarding global governance, UN funding, and international policy.
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United Nations Security Council Structural
António Guterres fulfills functional duties and is subject to governance by the United Nations Security Council.
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United Nations General Assembly Structural
António Guterres serves as the UN Secretary-General, actively participating in and addressing the United Nations General Assembly.
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Middle East Operational
António Guterres actively monitors, comments on, and calls for action regarding geopolitical crises and conflicts in the Middle East.
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Paris Agreement Operational
António Guterres actively tracks, advocates for, and comments on the implementation status and goals of the Paris Agreement.
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El Nino Operational
António Guterres actively issues and discusses urgent international warnings regarding the climate impacts of El Nino.
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Cyprus Operational
António Guterres travels to Cyprus to engage in diplomatic talks aimed at reviving peace processes and resolving ethnic divisions.
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Sudan Operational
António Guterres consistently addresses and calls for international action regarding the humanitarian and conflict crises in Sudan.
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Haiti Operational
António Guterres actively engages with Haiti by visiting, assessing, and condemning the ongoing humanitarian and political crises.
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Macky Sall Operational
António Guterres and Macky Sall were actively competing for the UN Secretary-General leadership role until Sall withdrew his bid.
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International Committee of the Red Cross Operational
António Guterres and the ICRC actively collaborate, issuing joint appeals and warnings regarding the use of autonomous weapons.
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Democratic Republic of the Congo Operational
António Guterres leverages his role as UN Secretary-General to address the ongoing security, health, and humanitarian crises within the DRC.
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Dario Amodei Operational
Dario Amodei's proposals regarding AI safety actively influence and guide António Guterres's discussions at the United Nations.
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Balendra Shah Operational
Balendra Shah and António Guterres held multiple high-level diplomatic meetings at the UN to discuss national issues, climate change, and disaster response.
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Ethiopia Operational
Guterres actively monitors the security crisis in Ethiopia and calls for an end to fighting and dialogue.
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Bloomberg Philanthropies Operational
Bloomberg Philanthropies actively aligns its policy initiatives and advocacy efforts with the goals and pushes of the UN and its agencies.
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World Meteorological Organization Operational
António Guterres utilizes the WMO's scientific forecasts and findings in his official capacity.
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Yerevan Transactional
António Guterres visited Yerevan for a summit and conference, where he addressed leaders and launched a report.
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Economic and Social Council Operational
António Guterres served as the presiding officer for the Economic and Social Council ceremony.
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Houthis Operational
Guterres issues condemnations and appeals regarding Houthi attacks, while the Houthis exert pressure on the UN Secretary-General.
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Pekka Haavisto Structural
António Guterres formally appointed Pekka Haavisto to serve as a Personal Envoy.
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Damascus Transactional
António Guterres visited Damascus for high-level talks concerning Syrian reconstruction and peace efforts.
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Hamas Operational
Guterres and Hamas are actively coupled through reciprocal public statements, condemnation, and alleged influence regarding the Gaza conflict.
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Masoud Pezeshkian Operational
The two leaders met to discuss urgent issues concerning the Middle East conflict.
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Guyana Operational
Guyana actively participates in the UN leadership race and influences global resource policy through diplomatic channels.
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South Sudan Operational
António Guterres, in his capacity as UN Secretary-General, officially condemns events impacting the UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan.
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Liberia Operational
António Guterres engages with Liberia on political developments and diplomatic matters, including hosting and addressing local issues.
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Gianni Infantino Operational
Infantino is widely viewed as a potential successor and leading candidate to Guterres's international leadership role, including the UN office.
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Nigeria Operational
Nigeria actively engages with António Guterres and the UN structure, participating in forums and seeking diplomatic support.
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Rebeca Grynspan Structural
Rebeca Grynspan served on António Guterres' Chief Executive Board and is currently competing for his successor role.
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María Fernanda Espinosa Operational
The two individuals are actively competing for the leadership role succeeding António Guterres.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
19 events- UN Secretary-General António Guterres is scheduled to visit Yerevan to hold talks with Nikol Pashinyan.
- Guterres spoke at the launch of a report in Yerevan on October 17, 2026.
- Candidates for key UN and IAEA roles are emerging, with Donald Trump expressing reservations about António Guterres' successor.
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres addressed bilateral program cooperation and regional peace for development with Armenia.
- Guterres proposed budget cuts for the United Nations during a meeting at UN Headquarters in New York.
- A UN conference was held in Geneva on October 13, 2026, which included an Israeli diplomat.
- Pacific nations sought protection of statehood and maritime boundaries, while New Zealand abstained on a UN pandemic declaration in 2021.
- António Guterres's report lists Algeria as a party involved in a conflict.
- Ban Ki-moon and António Guterres both served as UN Secretary-General.
- Trump defended policies while warning Iran, Pezeshkian accused Washington of coercion, and Guterres addressed UNGA in New York.
- Brazil renews calls for UN Security Council enlargement while Trump defends his stance on Iran and the ICC.
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres held a roundtable discussion during his official visit to Pakistan.
- Diplomatic figures commented on global conflicts, including UN recognition of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and Guterres noting the reduced importance of wars in Ethiopia.
- A UN initiative is accelerating grid development in Africa, while Zambia seeks 5,000MW of surplus wind power to meet energy needs.
- Ishaq Dar informed on Pakistan's stance regarding Kashmir during a meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
- Leaders call for COP31 to meet climate commitments and urge a united Pacific stance on climate change.
- Pakistan hosted António Guterres and facilitated dialogue between the US and Iran amid escalating regional tensions.
- A president spoke at the General Debate in New York on October 5, 2026, as part of the high-level UN activities.
- India's representative and UN Secretary-General António Guterres discussed Gandhian values guiding sustainable development goals.
September 2026
29 events- Discussions are underway regarding candidates for the UN Secretary-General role, involving Costa Rica, Argentina, and key figures like Olara Otunnu and Han Zheng.
- António Guterres currently serves as the UN Secretary-General, while Rebeca Grynspan leads a UN trade and development agency.
- Houthi forces, backed by Iran, have vowed to impose a naval blockade on targets in Saudi Arabia, including the capital Riyadh.
- António Guterres is preparing for his final session at the United Nations General Assembly.
- The UN Secretary-General convened a high-level climate event during the General Assembly session.
- El Niño is threatening massive economic damage globally, with impacts entering a danger zone.
- The 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting is underway in Palau, with António Guterres leading the annual dialogue ahead of Pre-COP31 in Fiji.
- António Guterres, serving as the outgoing UN Secretary-General, commented on the failure to prevent conflict involving Israel.
- Khalilur Rahman opened the General Debate session, noting the UN's constraints due to outdated power structures.
- António Guterres warned of international system strain regarding the prolonged conflict and humanitarian issues in the Gaza Strip.
- Nikol Pashinyan will participate in the 81st session of the UNGA in New York and meet with UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
- António Guterres warned about violence in the occupied West Bank, and US policy is under scrutiny regarding actions there.
- A meeting took place on August 4, 2026, involving Indonesia, the ICRC, António Guterres, and representatives from Israel to discuss humanitarian issues.
- The UN General Assembly discussed the UN secretary-general race, ongoing conflicts in Iran, and wars in the Gaza Strip.
- Saudi Arabia met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres and provided $6 million in funding.
- Chad has notified António Guterres of its exit, while Donald Trump has urged Chad to quit the ICC.
- The current UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, is facing term limits and calls for a major overhaul of the United Nations structure.
- António Guterres accused Israel of risking ethnic cleansing on September 27, 2026.
- Nepal engaged in the UN General Assembly, where Balendra Shah met António Guterres to discuss LDC status.
- António Guterres and Jared Kushner discussed potential ceasefires for grain and energy with US envoys.
- Amidst the political crisis, UN Secretary-General Guterres warned about the risk of ethnic cleansing due to extreme policies advocated by Israeli leaders.
- World leaders are gathering in New York for a UN meeting where global crises, including Sudan, Yemen, and Iran, are being discussed.
- High-level discussions involving global figures address the shift of power from nation-states to private corporations regarding AI leadership and arms race avoidance.
- António Guterres calls for finance to combat climate shocks in East Africa.
- António Guterres leads the United Nations during its annual general assembly meeting in New York.
- Leaders, including Macron, Guterres, and Trump, issue warnings about the Gaza peace plan, describing it as a spectacle and warning of ethnic cleansing in the West Bank.
- US budget shortfalls force UN budget cuts, with the US expressing reservations on mission extensions and supporting strategic-mineral deals.
- Concurrent developments include the Obama administration limiting Fox News access, Guterres comparing Gaza deaths to Ethiopia, and Lander criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza.
- António Guterres was involved with the UNCTAD agency on September 18, 2026.
August 2026
3 events- The UN is grappling with the implications of the Trump administration's consideration of US withdrawal and funding issues, including a $2 billion provision to UNHCR.
- Trump gave a speech at the UN General Assembly where he demanded an investigation via Guterres, while Carney commented on his past issues.
- A partnership between One Carbon World and VUKA Group focused on the Carbon Markets Africa Summit, with Guterres advocating for offsetting tools to unlock private finance in Africa.
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July 2026
2 eventsJune 2026
7 events- Hezbollah launched rockets into northern Israel, amid ongoing IDF operations and opposition to US-Iran peace talks.
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres opened a Global Forum in Beijing on May 28, 2026.
- UN officials, including António Guterres, criticized Israeli organizations for sexual violence and reports placed Israel on a sexual violence blacklist.
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned of environmental collapse and human rights crisis.
- António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, is associated with the Permanent Mission to the UN.
- The UN General Assembly operationalized an ICJ advisory ruling, with António Guterres supporting the affirmation of international law.
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned of threats to global food security and condemned fossil fuel profits.