Celebrity Media Revisits Rare Footage: María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés, from President of the 73rd UN General Assembly to UN Secretary-General Candidate
As Ms. María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés joins the selection process for the next United Nations Secretary-General, Celebrity Media is revisiting and releasing a valuable piece of historical video footage. The video was filmed by a Celebrity Media reporter in September 2018, just days before Ms. Espinosa Garcés officially assumed office as President of the 73rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly.
María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés, from Ecuador, previously served as Ecuador’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of National Defense. From 2018 to 2019, she served as President of the 73rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly. As one of the few women in UN history to hold this important position, she has long focused on multilateralism, sustainable development, gender equality, climate change, and international cooperation.
This video footage preserved by Celebrity Media not only captures an important historical moment before she stepped into the role of UN General Assembly President, but also offers a unique perspective for today’s audiences to revisit her record of international public service. In the footage, Ms. Espinosa Garcés demonstrates a strong commitment to the mission of the United Nations, reflecting her long-standing experience and vision in global governance.
In 2026, Ms. Espinosa Garcés was nominated as a candidate for the next United Nations Secretary-General, officially entering the latest selection process for the UN’s highest leadership position. Her candidacy has once again drawn attention to women’s leadership, Latin America’s role in global governance, and the future direction of UN reform and multilateral cooperation.
Celebrity Media stated that, as a media platform long committed to covering United Nations affairs, international figures, and global issues, preserving and presenting this 2018 footage carries special historical significance. It is not only a news record, but also a link connecting Ms. Espinosa Garcés’ public service journey from President of the UN General Assembly to candidate for UN Secretary-General.
As the UN Secretary-General selection process continues, Ms. María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés’ diplomatic experience, global vision, and reform agenda are expected to remain the focus of international attention. Celebrity Media will continue to follow related developments and document key figures and defining moments on the global governance stage.