UN appointment

 Ms 'Utoikamanu is the UN's new High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States.

She was appointed by the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres.

The SPC director-general, Colin Tukuitonga said Ms 'Utoikamanu, who is a former SPC deputy director-general, was an accomplished and well respected diplomat.

He said the SPC is confident she would lead her office with great vision, integrity and resolve.

Photo: Pacific Community Fekita 'Utoikamanu 

Ms ‘Utoikamanu’s appointment was announced by United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres Thursday.

She will succeed Gyan Chandra Acharya of Nepal.

SG Guterres said he is grateful to Mr. Acharya for his dedication and commitment to the United Nations.
 
Ms. ‘Utoikamanu brings with her a wealth of national, regional and international experience at various senior leadership levels, with a strategic perspective for the mandate of the OHRLLS and on building consensus among key stakeholders.