Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Baerbock Elected UN General Assembly President Amid Russian Criticism
The United Nations, a group of countries, has a new leader!
Annalena Baerbock, from Germany, was chosen as President.
Russia wanted a secret vote, but Baerbock still won by a lot of votes.
Russia wasn't happy and said she doesn't like them.
Baerbock's job starts in September and she will lead important meetings and talk to world leaders about important challenges the world faces.
She said countries need to work together to solve problems.
Annalena Baerbock elected President of the UN General Assembly.
Russia demanded a secret ballot for the election.
Baerbock received 167 votes, far exceeding the requirement.
Russia criticized Baerbock, citing her 'anti-Russia policy'.
Baerbock's presidency will begin in September.
- Who
- Annalena Baerbock, Germany's former foreign minister.
- What
- Election of the next President of the UN General Assembly.
- When
- Baerbock's presidency begins in September.
- Where
- At the United Nations General Assembly.
- Why
- To lead the UN General Assembly and address global challenges.
- President-elect
- Annalena Baerbock
- Votes Received
- 167
- Required Votes
- Not explicitly stated
- Opposing Candidate
- Helga Schmid (write-in)
- Term Begins
- September
- Predecessor
- Philemon Yang
