United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres announced the appointment of Ingerborg Richardson of Sweden as the new UN Resident Coordinator and Deputy Special Representative in Libya, serving under Special Representative Hanna Tetteh. She succeeds Zimbabwe's Eunice Chimedza, who held the position on an interim basis since October 2023.

Professional Background:
The UN stated in a Friday evening release that Richardson brings over 30 years of experience in development, humanitarian assistance, and post-conflict recovery, with particular expertise in complex political, social, and economic contexts and human rights.

UN Career Highlights:

• Most recently served as Deputy Special Representative of the UN Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) and Resident/Humanitarian Coordinator since 2022

• Previously held position of Resident Coordinator in Kosovo

• Extensive field experience across:

  • West and Central Africa

  • Caribbean region

  • Western Balkans

  • Southeast Europe

The appointment follows standard UN consultation procedures with the Libyan government. Richardson will oversee the Organization's development system while supporting the Special Representative's political mission in Libya.