Six candidates for the position of Secretary-General of the United Nations are set to face public scrutiny at an event in the General Assembly Hall, a week before the formal selection process begins. The candidates include Michelle Bachelet from Chile, Maria Fernanda Espinosa from Ecuador, Rafael Grossi from Argentina, Rebeca Grynspan from Costa Rica, Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett from Guyana, and Macky Sall from Senegal. The event, organized by diplomats, UN staff, and representatives of civil society, aims to highlight the candidates' ideas, priorities, and visions for leading the organization during a period of deep crisis. The UN faces challenges related to trust and finances, with the Trump administration accusing it of mismanagement and lack of results. The United States emphasizes the need for the UN to return to its original purpose of peace and security, while other countries stress the importance of human rights and development. Analysts note that this campaign lacks the energy seen in previous contests, with candidates being cautious to avoid offending powerful nations with veto power.
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