Question
Political Science Question on International Organizations
Who was the first secretary general of the UN?
Answer
Trygve Lie
The first Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN) was Trygve Lie from Norway. He served as the Secretary-General from 1946 to 1952. Trygve Lie played a crucial role in the early years of the UN, working towards the establishment of the organization and its various bodies and initiatives. He worked to strengthen the UN's role in maintaining international peace and security and promoting cooperation among member states. His tenure saw significant developments, including the creation of the UN's first peacekeeping mission during the Arab-Israeli conflict in 1948.