New UN Ambassador Gregor W. Kössler: An Experienced Diplomat for Austria's Voice in New York

People › Diplomats ♦ Published: April 2, 2025; 15:25 ♦ (Vindobona)

Gregor W. Kössler, Austria's new Permanent Representative to the United Nations, presented his credentials to UN Secretary-General António Guterres. Meet Ambassador Gregor W. Kössler, Austria's top diplomat in New York City.

With his extensive experience and expertise, Ambassador Kössler will further strengthen Austria's commitment to the United Nations. / Picture: © Flickr / Dean Calma / IAEA [CC BY 2.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/)] (cropped)

With a firm handshake, Gregor W. Kössler presented his credentials to UN Secretary-General António Guterres- a highly symbolic moment for Austria's new Permanent Representative to the United Nations. The 55-year-old diplomat is taking office at a historic time: next year, the UN celebrates its 80th anniversary, while Austria looks back on 70 years of UN membership.

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