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Bangladesh FM wins UNGA presidency

Updated 2026-06-04 09:35 UTC 1 source Neutral

Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, has been elected President of the UN General Assembly. His victory over Cyprus’s Ambassador Andreas Kakouris marks a significant diplomatic achievement.

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Who is Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh FM who beat Cyprus to UNGA presidency?

Rahman, a career diplomat who held several portfolios at the global body, beats Cyprus’s Ambassador Andreas Kakouris.

2026-06-04 08:50 UTC