New Delhi: On October 16, 2023, External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi was appointed as India’s next Permanent Representative to the United Nations and other international organizations in Geneva. Bagchi is a 1995-batch Indian Foreign Service officer who has held a number of important positions in the ministry, including Joint Secretary (Americas) and Director in the Prime Minister’s Office.
As Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva, Bagchi will be responsible for representing India at a number of important international organizations, including the World Trade Organization (WTO), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the International Labour Organization (ILO). He will also play a key role in advancing India’s priorities at the UN Human Rights Council.
Bagchi’s appointment to this important position is a reflection of his experience and expertise in foreign policy and multilateral diplomacy. He is known for his strong work ethic and his ability to build relationships with people from diverse backgrounds. Bagchi is also an effective communicator, and his skills in this area will be essential in his new role.
Bagchi’s appointment comes at a time when India is playing an increasingly important role on the global stage. India is now the fifth-largest economy in the world, and it is a member of the G20 and the BRICS. India is also a major contributor to UN peacekeeping operations.
Bagchi’s appointment is a sign that India is committed to playing a leading role in the global community. He will be a strong and effective voice for India at the UN in Geneva. India is a rising power on the global stage, and it has a lot to offer the international community. Bagchi can play a key role in promoting India’s interests and values at the UN in Geneva.
The UN is a unique platform for multilateral diplomacy, and it can play a vital role in addressing the challenges facing the world today. Bagchi can use his position to advance India’s priorities and to build consensus on important issues.
Overall, Bagchi’s appointment as India’s next Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva is a positive development. He is a qualified and experienced diplomat who is well-suited to this important role. Bagchi’s appointment is also a sign that India is committed to playing a leading role in the global community.