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Fourth Security Council Straw Poll on UN Secretary-General Candidates : What's In Blue

China's influence looms over the UN Secretary-General selection process.

By · Published September 29, 2026  23:33 UTC · Updated September 30, 2026  00:27 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: China's influence looms over the UN Secretary-General selection process.
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China is set to decide which of two candidates, a Costa Rican or a Guyanese, will become the first woman UN chief. This decision comes after a fourth straw poll in the Security Council. The outcome will be determined by China's vote, as the candidate must have the support of at least one permanent member of the Security Council to advance.

The UN has been without a female leader since 1946, with many calling for a change. The current crop of candidates has been seen as a step towards this goal. The selection process is complex, with multiple stakeholders vying for influence.

The outcome of this poll will have significant implications for the future of the UN and its leadership.

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What is a straw poll?

A straw poll is a non-binding vote in which members of the Security Council express their preferences among the candidates.

Who are the two candidates?

Maria Luiza Ribeiro Vieira from Costa Rica and Ulrika Richardson from Guyana.

What is the significance of China's vote?

China's vote is crucial as the candidate must have the support of at least one permanent member of the Security Council to advance.

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