Liberia held a high-level consultation focused on the future of the UN and the election of the next Secretary-General during the African Union summit.
The Government of Liberia recently hosted a significant high-level consultation addressing the future of the United Nations and the upcoming election of its next Secretary-General. This event took place alongside the 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Assembly and was led by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai. The breakfast meeting was attended by numerous dignitaries, including three sitting Presidents, two Vice Presidents, and various foreign ministers, illustrating the critical engagement of African leaders in global governance discussions.
By convening this meeting, Liberia, serving as the Chair of the African Group in New York for February 2026, aimed to foster unity and strategic clarity among African nations. Instead of simply representing national interests, the consultation emphasized proactive African leadership during a time that is deemed pivotal for the United Nations, especially given the impending election of the Secretary-General. The discussions aimed to align African perspectives and priorities regarding international governance.
The context of this consultation comes amid rising concerns about the effectiveness and responsiveness of the United Nations to global challenges. As the world grapples with complex issues, this gathering sought not only to address the particular leadership transition but also to strengthen the collective voice of African states within the UN framework, ensuring that their perspectives are robustly represented in forthcoming decisions affecting global governance.
