Arab League has selected a new secretary-general: Nabil Fahmy.
Arab foreign ministers unanimously agreed on his appointment, which will be officially confirmed at the next summit in Saudi Arabia. Once validated, Fahmy will begin his five-year term in July.
He succeeds Ahmed Aboul Gheit and becomes the eighth Egyptian to lead the Cairo-based organization. This continues a long tradition, as Egypt has almost always held the position since the League was founded in 1945.
Fahmy, a former Egyptian foreign minister, described the role as a “great responsibility,” especially at a time when the region faces ongoing conflicts, political tensions, and concerns over sovereignty. While he did not name specific countries, his remarks reflect familiar positions within the League, particularly regarding sensitive issues involving Iran and Israel.
The Arab League, which brings together 22 member states, mainly serves as a platform for dialogue and coordination among Arab countries. Historically, only one non-Egyptian—Chedli Klibi from Tunisia—has ever held the position, during a period when Egypt was temporarily suspended.
Fahmy now takes office at a critical moment, where diplomacy and regional cooperation will be key to addressing ongoing challenges.
Source: Newstimehub
