On September 24, 2026, Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye addressed the United Nations General Assembly, highlighting Senegal's diplomatic ambitions. He expressed official support for former Senegalese President Macky Sall's candidacy for the UN Secretary-General position. Faye emphasized the need for a Secretary-General with "leadership expérimenté" to navigate the complexities of the current international landscape.
President Faye called on UN member states to back Macky Sall's candidacy, citing his experience as a key asset in leading the Organization through a period marked by crises and uncertainties. According to Faye, the UN requires a Secretary-General who can engage with all member states, listen to their concerns, and build bridges between them. This aligns with the vision Macky Sall has been promoting.
In addition to supporting Macky Sall's bid, President Faye announced Senegal's candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for the period 2032-2033. This move is part of Senegal's advocacy for a reform of global governance, particularly the Security Council. Faye argued that the current composition of the Council no longer reflects contemporary realities.
The President emphasized that reforming the Security Council is a matter of "justice," "credibility," and "balance in the international system." Senegal's candidacy aims to contribute to discussions and decisions shaping the future of multilateralism, especially on international peace and security issues. This underscores Senegal's commitment to active participation in global affairs.
During his address, President Faye also touched on other significant issues, including the Palestinian cause and the need for peace. His speech reflects Senegal's engagement with various international challenges and its willingness to contribute to finding solutions.
On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, President Faye held discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, focusing on strengthening Senegal-Russia cooperation. This meeting highlights Senegal's efforts to enhance its diplomatic relations with other countries.
Senegal's proactive diplomatic stance was further demonstrated by its participation in a military sports event, where the country reaffirmed its commitment to relaunching the Organization of Military Sports (OLAO). Additionally, Senegal is set to begin renewing biometric identification cards for ECOWAS nationals.
Key points
- Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye supports Macky Sall's candidacy for UN Secretary-General.
- Senegal announces candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for 2032-2033.
- President Faye advocates for reform of the UN Security Council to reflect contemporary global realities.
