Annalena Baerbock Elected President of 80th UN General Assembly
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Annalena Baerbock elected President of the 80th UN General Assembly |
| Date of Election | June 2, 2025 |
| Votes Received | 167 (Baerbock), 7 (Helga Schmid), 14 (Abstentions) |
| Regional Group | Western European and Others Group (WEOG) |
| Gender Milestone | First woman from WEOG, fifth woman overall to lead UNGA |
| Age | 44 (among youngest elected presidents) |
| Key Priorities | Efficiency of UN system, 2030 Agenda, inclusivity in UNGA |
| UNGA Session Context | Deadlock in UN Security Council, conflicts in Ukraine & Gaza |
| UNGA's Enhanced Role | Due to 2022 "Veto Initiative", mandating debates after Security Council vetoes |
| Baerbock's Background | Former German Foreign Minister (Green Party), advocate for climate action & human rights |