Overview
- The United Nations formally opened the selection to replace António Guterres on January 1, 2027, via a joint letter from the General Assembly president and the rotating Security Council presidency.
- Argentina’s foreign ministry officially presented IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi as its candidate, elevating him as the government-backed bid from Buenos Aires.
- Paraguay declared full support for Grossi following earlier reported backing from Italy, signaling early diplomatic endorsements for the Argentine.
- Argentine expert Virginia Gamba announced an independent candidacy and is being considered by multiple countries for a formal nomination.
- Selection rules bar current UN-system officeholders from running, which would require Grossi to leave the IAEA if he remains in the contest.