Why does Brazil get to speak first at UNGA?
Summary
Brazil has traditionally been the first country to speak at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) debate, with the United States speaking second as the host nation. This speaking order is based on a long-standing tradition and specific rules set by the UN.Key Facts
- Brazil has opened the UN General Assembly debate for many decades.
- The United States usually speaks second because it hosts the UN headquarters in New York.
- The order of speakers after Brazil and the U.S. depends on factors like the level of representation and the order in which countries request to speak.
- This tradition began because Brazil was the first country to volunteer to speak when the UN was founded.
- The speaking order helps organize the many countries presenting at the annual UN meetings.
- The tradition is maintained by agreement among UN member states and coordinated by UN staff.
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