The UN's Next Leader Must Confront Its Many Sins The United Nations faces numerous challenges as it embarks on the selection process for its next secretary general.
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the escalating humanitarian crisis in Yemen, and the rise of far right nationalism have all taken their toll on an organisation already reeling from criticism over its handling of crises in Syria and Libya.
Critics argue that the UN's bureaucratic structure and outdated notions of sovereignty and statehood hinder its ability to respond effectively to emerging crises.