A seasoned Ugandan diplomat reflects on his decades of service with the United Nations, offering insights into the organization’s evolving role in global challenges. In an exclusive conversation, he discusses the complexities of international cooperation, the lessons learned from past crises, and the future direction of multilateral diplomacy. The discussion highlights both the achievements and persistent struggles of the UN in addressing conflicts, human rights, and sustainable development. For those interested in geopolitics and the behind-the-scenes work of diplomacy, this interview provides a rare perspective from someone deeply embedded in the institution’s history.


James Copnall speaks to Olara Otunnu, veteran Ugandan diplomat, about his UN vision