U.S. Prepares to Nominate New Leader for UN World Food Programme
Published on: Feb. 27, 2026, 10:23 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The U.S. plans to nominate an American to lead the United Nations World Food Programme, following Cindy McCain's announcement to step down. McCain will remain in office for three months. Traditionally, the U.S. is the largest donor to WFP, with its executive director appointed by the U.N. Secretary-General.
