Overview

• Baerbock secured 167 votes out of 193 in a secret ballot triggered by Russia’s objection to her candidacy.
• She will officially assume the one-year presidency on September 9, 2025 and preside over plenary sessions and agenda setting.
• The role carries primarily ceremonial duties with limited policymaking power but offers scope to influence procedural priorities.
• Baerbock has pledged to advance UN sustainability goals with a focus on combating climate change and promoting gender equality.
• Her election aligns with Germany’s strategy to bolster its UN presence ahead of a campaign for a non-permanent Security Council seat in 2027–28.