VOICED : Francesa Audrey Azoulay electa directora general de Unesco

Audrey Azoulay, former French Minister of Culture, was elected as the Director-General of UNESCO amid a crisis following the withdrawal of the US and Israel, who accused the organization of being anti-Israel. Azoulay emphasized the need for involvement, support, and reform of UNESCO. If confirmed, she aims to restore the organization's credibility and effectiveness. In the final voting round, Azoulay received 30 votes, narrowly defeating Qatari candidate Ahmad bin Abdulaziz al-Khawari.

Who was elected as the Director-General of UNESCO?

• Ban Ki-moon

• Irina Bokova

• Audrey Azoulay

• Ahmad bin Abdulaziz al-Khawari

Why did the United States and Israel decide to leave UNESCO?

• Due to financial constraints

• Accusations of being anti-Israel

• Lack of leadership

• Disagreements over educational policies

What did Audrey Azoulay emphasize as crucial during the crisis at UNESCO?

• Engaging and reforming UNESCO

• Abandoning the organization

• Increasing membership fees

• Reducing cultural programs

If confirmed, what milestone would Audrey Azoulay achieve at UNESCO?

• Youngest Director-General

• First non-European Director-General

• First Director-General from the Middle East

• Second woman to lead UNESCO

How many votes did Audrey Azoulay receive in the final round of voting?

• 35

• 32

• 30

• 28