
Carolyn Rodrigues-Burkett
Carolyn Rodrigues-Burkett, a former UN envoy from Guyana, has emerged as a prominent candidate in the race to become the next Secretary-General of the United Nations, securing nine 'encourage' votes in a recent straw poll.
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Grynspan’s closest rival is Carolyn Rodrigues-Burkett, Guyana’s former UN envoy.
Costa Rican diplomat emerges as strong contender to be first female head of UN | United NationsThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2026-08-09



