Readout of the Executive Director's meeting with H.E. Dr. Rafael Mariano Grossi

Executive Director Jaewon Choi met His Excellency Dr. Rafael Mariano Grossi, candidate for Secretary-General of the United Nations and Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

The Executive Director and Director General Grossi held a productive dialogue, in which the Executive Director conveyed his appreciation for His Excellency's candidacy for Secretary-General. Their discussion covered items of relevance to children and youth, including the meaningful participation of civil society in the work of the United Nations.

The Executive Director welcomed the opportunity for mutual dialogue between His Excellency and the Foundation, reflecting His Excellency's commitment to youth organisations and to an open and accessible United Nations.

Bilateral meetings such as this one are conducted by the Office of the Executive Director and the Foundation's observer offices, which maintain working relationships with member states, intergovernmental organisations and civil society partners.

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