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As the selection and appointment process for the next United Nations Secretary-General continues to gain momentum, the global conversation on the future of multilateralism and UN leadership is moving forward. Following the recent Geneva Debate of Candidates for UN Secretary-General, attention now turns to the upcoming Jeju Forum for Peace and Prosperity, where another important opportunity will emerge to hear directly from potential candidates and engage with their visions for the United Nations.
At this year's Jeju Forum, GWL Voices is proud to partner with the United Nations Foundation, the Jeju Peace Institute, and the Ban Ki-moon Foundation For A Better Future to co-host "Reimagining Multilateralism: A Dialogue with UN Secretary-General Candidates."
The event comes at a pivotal moment for the international community. As the world confronts interconnected challenges—from climate change and conflict to growing inequalities and rapid technological transformation—the next Secretary-General will play a critical role in shaping how the United Nations responds to the needs and aspirations of people everywhere.
Building on the momentum generated in Geneva, the Jeju dialogue will provide a valuable platform for candidates to share their perspectives on the future of multilateral cooperation, UN reform, and global governance. It will also offer participants an opportunity to assess how candidates intend to lead an institution that remains indispensable to addressing today's most pressing global challenges.
The Jeju Forum dialogue is more than a discussion about individual candidacies; it is an opportunity to explore what kind of leadership the United Nations needs for the future. It is a chance to hear directly from those seeking to lead the organization and to understand their commitments to strengthening multilateralism, restoring trust in international cooperation, and delivering on the promise of "We the Peoples."
As the road to 2026 continues, GWL Voices remains committed to fostering informed, global conversations about the future of UN leadership. We look forward to joining partners and participants in Jeju and to hearing how candidates envision a stronger, more effective, and more representative United Nations for the generations to come.