Former Iraqi President Barham Salih Elected as UN High Commissioner for Refugees
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The UN General Assembly elected former Iraqi President Barham Salih as the new UN High Commissioner for Refugees, succeeding Filippo Grandi, who will conclude his tenure at the end of 2025. Salih's extensive public service and personal experience with conflict and displacement make him well-suited to lead UNHCR during a time of significant global humanitarian challenges. Salih is expected to assume office on January 1, 2026, and will be based in Geneva.
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