Key facts
- Khalilur Rahman elected UN General Assembly president.
- Rahman is Bangladesh's Foreign Minister.
- He defeated Cyprus' ambassador in the election.
Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, Khalilur Rahman, has secured victory in a closely contested election to become the next president of the United Nations General Assembly. The 193-member body will be led by Rahman, who triumphed over the ambassador representing Cyprus. The role of the UN General Assembly president is a significant one within the international diplomatic community, overseeing the assembly's sessions and proceedings.