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Anne Hidalgo Officially Bids for UN Refugee Chief Role with Macron’s Support

The Paris mayor’s candidacy for the UNHCR position advances as questions arise about her potential early departure before the 2026 municipal elections.

Après son mandat à la mairie de Paris, Anne Hidalgo envisage de briguer un poste à l’ONU
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La maire de Paris, Anne Hidalgo, à Paris, le 11 avril 2025. 

Overview

  • Anne Hidalgo, currently serving her second term as Paris mayor, has been confirmed as a candidate for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) role.
  • President Emmanuel Macron has reportedly endorsed Hidalgo’s bid, an unexpected backing following their improved relations during the 2024 Paris Olympics.
  • The UNHCR role, held by Filippo Grandi until December 31, 2025, involves a five-year term elected by the UN General Assembly upon the Secretary-General’s nomination.
  • If elected, Hidalgo would need to step down as Paris mayor on January 1, 2026, potentially triggering early municipal elections just three months before the scheduled date.
  • Hidalgo’s candidacy is bolstered by her established diplomatic connections with global leaders like UN Secretary-General António Guterres, Spain’s Pedro Sánchez, and António Costa of Portugal.