Dossier
U.N. General Assembly
Coverage of U.N. General Assembly in the Nexus archive.
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- Burnham eyes a casual version of the special relationship
Andy Burnham is expected to adopt a cautious approach to U.S. relations, avoiding immediate engagement with Trump while prioritizing domestic issues. He plans to retain Jonathan Powell as national security adviser and may consider David Miliband for foreign secretary, signaling continuity in security commitments but emphasizing alternative trade strategies.
- Portugal and Austria defeat Germany for seats on the UN Security Council
Portugal and Austria defeated Germany in a contested race for two seats on the UN Security Council, while Kyrgyzstan, Zimbabwe, and Trinidad and Tobago were elected without opposition. The 10 rotating seats are allocated regionally, with new members joining on January 1.