NextFin news, On Tuesday, September 23, 2025, Chilean President Gabriel Boric declared during his speech at the United Nations General Assembly in New York that he will nominate former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet as the country's candidate for the position of United Nations Secretary-General.
President Boric highlighted Bachelet’s extensive leadership experience and her alignment with the core values of the United Nations, emphasizing her commitment to democracy, human rights, and international cooperation. He stated, “She’s a woman whose own trajectory is fully in line with the values that inspired this organization.”
Michelle Bachelet served two non-consecutive terms as Chile’s president and was the first UN High Commissioner for Human Rights from 2018 to 2022. During her tenure at the UN, she focused on justice, gender equality, and protecting vulnerable populations. Her nomination reflects Chile’s confidence in her ability to lead the UN amid global challenges such as climate change, armed conflicts, and rising inequality.
The nomination also carries symbolic significance as Bachelet would be among the few women to contend for the UN’s top diplomatic role, aligning with international calls for increased female representation in global leadership positions.
The selection process for the next UN Secretary-General is underway as the organization prepares for its leadership transition following the current Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ term. Bachelet’s candidacy positions her as a prominent contender in what could be a historic election for the United Nations.
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