Secretary-General Wishes Outgoing World Food Programme Chief Well in New Post

 

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon:

The Secretary-General was informed by Josette Sheeran of her decision to accept a position with the World Economic Forum as Vice-Chairman upon completion of her term, in April, as Executive Director of the World Food Programme.

The Secretary-General expressed his deep appreciation for her leadership over the last five years.  “Josette Sheeran has been an outstanding advocate for the United Nations and a champion of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people,” the Secretary-General says.  “She has brought enormous energy and dedication to a difficult and immensely important job.”  Last year, the World Food Programme helped feed more than 90 million people in 73 countries.

The Secretary-General wished Ms. Sheeran great success in her new assignment and looks forward to her continued engagement in the work of the United Nations family.

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