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[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

The UN Security Council's first straw poll has concluded, and the race for Secretary-General has turned a corner.

[Re]Group makes sense of the preliminary results, what these early numbers might indicate, and what's next.

https://t.co/21xytO1MJa

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

As extreme heat is becoming more dangerous, we need more action to address it:

1. Protect people before heat becomes deadlier.

2. Make work safer. No one should have to risk their life to earn a living.

3. Build & retrofit for the heat.

4. Stop fuelling the crisis.

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

Secretary-General candidates have made their pitch for the UN's top job.

Today, the UN Security Council will conduct straw polls — an informal test of candidate momentum.

Ahead of this next phase, check out this archive of candidates' public campaigns.

https://t.co/YgZhGcSzwc

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

It's almost that time of year. 🇺🇳

The UN General Assembly is approaching, and leaders are preparing to discuss the world's most pressing issues, from climate change to peace and security.

Bookmark this hub for all things #UNGA81: https://t.co/hCEoMWvT0V

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

All eyes are on the next phase of the Secretary-General race.

Members of the UN Security Council will begin a straw poll to gauge sentiment toward candidates.

Here's a cheat sheet that explains the selection process: https://t.co/Dzy9AjdzsP

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

The next Secretary-General will need to navigate the gap between global challenges & the capacity of institutions.

UN Foundation President & CEO @e_cousens spoke with @BloombergTV about the race during this defining moment for global cooperation.

https://t.co/rJ0VJfViKF

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

What does the space race have to do with the United Nations? 🚀

The latest [Re]Group newsletter explores the connection and what this means for the next Secretary-General.

https://t.co/xDQaDRMwm8

[Annalena Baerbock @UN_PGA]

Today at 5pm EDT: UN Townhall: The Next Secretary-General.
Candidates for the UN’s top job will take questions in public as part of the SG selection process.
Watch live on UN Web TV and Bloomberg and on demand: https://t.co/hvjStmqLnf

[Bloomberg TV @BloombergTV]

Who will lead the United Nations into its next era?

Tune in Thursday, July 23 for a special town hall live from UN Headquarters. Hear directly from the candidates vying to become the next UN Secretary-General as they lay out their visions for tackling the world’s most urgent global challenges https://t.co/Ve4Yw2GrtL

Organized by the Office of the President of the @UN General Assembly with the support of Bloomberg

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

The world demands international cooperation.

But some doubt that the current system can deliver it.

The next UN Secretary-General can fill this gap with new vision.

This analysis makes sense of the latest public opinion.

https://t.co/Xu7UvO9zWf

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

The role of the UN Secretary-General may not be widely understood, but it is one of the most consequential.

What kind of leader do you think the next Secretary-General should be?

Share your thoughts: https://t.co/kgQyxylsMT

[Annalena Baerbock @UN_PGA]

One week to go.
On 23 July at 5pm EDT, candidates for UN Secretary-General will take part in UN Town Hall: The next Secretary-General, taking questions in public as part of the SG selection process.
Watch live on Bloomberg and UN Web TV.

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

AI risks pushing the world towards even greater inequalities, deeper divides in income, opportunity & security, & greater gaps between North & South.

We cannot let that happen.

We must ensure that artificial intelligence becomes a force for greater inclusion & shared progress.

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

The heat is ON at the World Cup! ⚽️ 🔥

As extreme heat becomes more common, coping strategies aren't enough.

It's time for urgent investment in climate adaptation.

#AdaptationForLife #FIFAWorldCup

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

Every child deserves the chance to grow up healthy and protected. But in 2025, vaccine coverage is still not where it needs to be.

Nearly 20 million children missed at least one vaccine dose in 2025. Each missed dose can leave a child more vulnerable to diseases that vaccines can help prevent.

Get your data on vaccination coverage here: https://t.co/by5h92nSWF

[UN DESA @UNDESA]

Every partnership, every innovation and every solution brings us closer to the #GlobalGoals.

At #HLPF, discover how countries are turning challenges into tangible results.

Follow us live this week for more: https://t.co/t3fkCv2ozr

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

Governments are engaged in an ongoing debate on the future of global health cooperation.

Can these discussions lead to greater trust, capacity, and equity?

An expert shares insights: https://t.co/54ISGDoaKv

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

Rising ocean acidity affects the resilience of marine ecosystems and communities.

The global ripple effect — from human rights to food systems — might surprise you.

@OA_Alliance explains: https://t.co/CSq7mc8XNk

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

In an age of profound instability & complex challenges, the @UN can only deliver on its promise if we dare to evolve.

Let’s make the UN more coherent, fit for purpose & effective – through meaningful change, concrete action & impact that people can see, feel & believe in.

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

We've got a podcast recommendation for you! 👏

"World's Toughest Job" explores the road ahead for the next UN Secretary-General, who's set to take office in January.

🎙️ Start listening: https://t.co/IDCFOtgzTc