The Permanent Representative of Egypt to the United Nations is a diplomatic leader of the Arab Republic of Egypt at the UN, responsible for representing the country's interests in various UN bodies.[3] Officially known as the UN ambassador, the role serves as the head of Egyptian deligation and the mission to the UN in New York, Geneva[2] and Vienna.[4] The position plays a primary role in diplomacy, handling international negotiations, and addressing global challenges like security, peace, and development. Egypt has historically held ambassador position within the UN due to its diplomatic role in regional and international politics.[5]
| Permanent Representative of Egypt to the United Nations | |
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since 16 September 2021 | |
| Style | His/Her Excellency |
| Appointer | The president |
| Formation | 24 October 1945[1] |
| First holder | Helmy Ismail (attaché)[2] |
| Deputy | Deputy Permanent Representative |
The role involves engagement in several of UN activities, including deligations in the United Nations General Assembly, the Security Council, and the Economic and Social Council. Egypt's representative also liaises with other UN agencies and engages in geopolitics, reflecting Egypt's priorities on topics such as peace and security, sustainable development, human rights, and climate change.[1]
History
editEgypt has officially retained the permanent representative position at the United Nations since it came into existence on October 24, 1945. Over the years, the country has been actively participating in UN activities, especially in the areas of peacekeeping, decolonization, and disarmament. In addition to serving as permanent representative, Egyptian diplomats have also held the position of UN secretary general such as Boutros Boutros-Ghali, who was elected in January 1992.[1]
List
edit- Osama Mahmoud Abdel Khalek Mahmoud (2021–present)[6]
References
edit- ^ a b c "Egypt and the United Nations". sis.gov.eg. 26 May 2024. Archived from the original on 22 Sep 2024. Retrieved 23 Sep 2024.
- ^ a b "Egypt". The United Nations Office at Geneva. 4 Feb 2021. Retrieved 23 Sep 2024.
- ^ "New Permanent Representative of Egypt presents credentials to the Director-General of the United Nations Office at Geneva". The United Nations Office at Geneva. 4 Feb 2021. Retrieved 23 Sep 2024.
- ^ "New Permanent Representative of Egypt presents credentials". United Nations : Information Service Vienna. 11 Sep 2024. Retrieved 23 Sep 2024.
- ^ "The United Nations in Egypt". The United Nations in Egypt. Retrieved 23 Sep 2024.
- ^ "Permanent Representative of Egypt Presents Credentials to Secretary-General". UN media. 4 Feb 2021. Retrieved 23 Sep 2024.