UN Secretary-General candidacy: Guyana’s Rodrigues-Birkett vows reforms for more “agile and effective” United Nations

June 19, 2026

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UN Secretary-General candidacy: Guyana’s Rodrigues-Birkett vows reforms for more “agile and effective” United Nations

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…during interactive dialogue with UNGA Members

In her bid for the United Nations Secretary General (UNSG) position, Guyana’s nominee, Ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett on Thursday presented her vision for the international body, targeting issues such as reforms, conflict resolution and the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Addressing the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Ambassador Rodrigues-Birkett presented her “practical and realistic” vision for the UN should she be appointed to the helm of the 193-member body.

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