On Friday, Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kombos expressed his support for Lana Nusseibeh’s candidacy for the position of United Nations Secretary-General, noting that “the time has come for women’s leadership in major multilateral organizations.”
In a post on Platform X, the Minister stated that he has worked with Ms. Nusseibeh, whom he described as “an experienced, effective, and distinguished diplomat,” whose approach focuses on dialogue, compromise, and achieving tangible results.
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At the same time, he noted that she has a strong track record of supporting multilateralism and the United Nations.
The Minister also stated that, so far, no suitable candidates have been proposed for the position of UN Secretary-General, in accordance with the rules of the United Nations system, adding that time is now of the essence for the selection process to move forward.
Finally, wishing Ms. Nuseibeh strength and every success in her endeavor, he expressed the hope that her candidacy would open new avenues.
I have known and worked with @Lana_Nusseibeh for some time. Lana is an experienced, highly effective and well respected diplomat, with an approach focusing on dialogue, compromise and tangible outcomes, while also having a strong track record in supporting multilateralism and the United Nations. I firmly believed, and continue to do so, that it is time for female leadership in important multilateral organisations. Qualified candidates have not been endorsed so far for the position of the @UN Secretary-General, under the rules of the UN system. It is becoming time sensitive to ensure that the selection process proceeds. I therefore wish Lana strength in this demanding endeavour, and every success in paving new pathways. @mofauae
— Constantinos Kombos (@ckombos) October 23, 2026
