Dakar, Senegal — In a significant development, former President Macky Sall of Senegal is undergoing a pivotal hearing at the United Nations (UN) headquarters in New York. This hearing, often referred to as the “grand oral, “is a crucial part of the selection process for the UN Secretary-General position, for which Sall is a candidate.
The hearing is a public event, streamed for all 193 UN member states and civil society to witness. It is a critical opportunity for Sall to articulate his vision of multilateralism and address questions from the representatives of the member states. His performance is set to last for nearly three hours, and it represents a major step in the process to succeed current Secretary-General António Guterres, whose term ends in January 2027.
Sall, who has been a key figure in several regional mediations, is seen as a candidate capable of advocating for the interests of the African continent and rebalancing international relations.
However, he faces challenges, including the lack of formal support from his home country and the African Union, and local controversies regarding his human rights record in Senegal.
The hearing comes as part of a series of public dialogues with other candidates, including Michelle Bachelet of Chile, Rafael Grossi of Argentina, and Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica.
The final decision will rest with the UN Security Council, which has the power of veto, making the hearing a pivotal moment for Sall’s candidacy.
As the world grapples with pressing issues such as climate change, economic inequality, and political instability, the next UN Secretary — General will be at the forefront of addressing these challenges.
The hearing’s outcome will be closely watched by political observers and international diplomats, with many hoping that Sall’s extensive experience in international diplomacy will be a deciding factor in his hearing.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 3*
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