Annalena Baerbock Prepares for UN General Assembly Presidency

The former German Foreign Minister will relocate to New York in August, with her election expected to be finalized in June for a term beginning in September.

Annalena Baerbock is slated to become the President of the UN General Assembly, with her election in June considered a procedural formality due to internal UN agreements.
Her relocation to New York is planned for August 2025, where she will begin her one-year term in September.
Baerbock’s daughters are reportedly enthusiastic about the move, citing relief from public scrutiny in the U.S. compared to Germany.
This transition marks Baerbock’s departure from her role as Germany's Foreign Minister, aligning with shifts in Germany’s political landscape under a new coalition government.
Her nomination has drawn some criticism, with debates over her qualifications compared to career diplomats, reflecting broader discussions on political appointments in international roles.