Qun Chen Appointed UNESCO Assistant Director-General for Education in Paris

Qun Chen has been appointed Assistant Director-General for Education at UNESCO, heading the organization's largest department. The appointment was made during a plenary session of UNESCO's Executive Council in Paris. This position represents a significant strengthening of Chinese influence within the United Nations agency. Chen will oversee UNESCO's global education initiatives from its Paris headquarters. The appointment reflects China's growing diplomatic presence in international cultural and educational institutions.