Iceland

"There is important work under way to revitalize the General Assembly. Iceland welcomes the resolution on this topic in relation to appointment of the Secretary General. And, after a succession of eight men in the position of Secretary General, it is high time for qualified female candidates to be seriously considered for this most important international position. The same applies for the position of the President of the General Assembly. The gender imbalance in high-level positions must be addressed to increase the credibility of the UN.”