Over three decades of service to diplomacy, global leadership and effective multilateralism
About María Fernanda Espinosa
María Fernanda Espinosa is a distinguished scholar, diplomat, poet, and political figure.
Espinosa made history as the 73rd president of the United Nations General Assembly in 2018, as the fourth woman and first ever representative from Latin America and the Caribbean to hold this position.
With over thirty years of experience in international negotiations, security, defence, and peacebuilding, Espinosa has firmly established herself as a respected global leader.
María’s Experience
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From leading the General Assembly to championing agreements on peace, climate and equality, María has left her mark on the UN’s most important debates.
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In María’s many ministerial posts, she guided Ecuador through questions of diplomacy, defence and culture while building bridges across the region.
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At the heart of Ecuador’s constitutional process, María has helped shape bold new protections for people, nature and national security.
