Egyptian diplomat Nabil Fahmy appointed Arab League secretary-general

CAIRO, Egypt — CAIRO — Egyptian diplomat Nabil Fahmy has been appointed secretary-general of the Arab League, succeeding outgoing chief Nabil Elaraby. Fahmy, a former Egyptian foreign minister, formally took up the post after the appointment was approved by the league's member states. The secretary-general position leads the bloc's coordination of regional diplomacy and represents member countries in joint decision-making processes. The Arab League confirmed the leadership change, which is now officially recorded in the organization's senior administration. Fahmy brings extensive diplomatic experience from representing Egypt across various international platforms throughout his career. His tenure is expected to continue the league's role in regional diplomatic engagement among its member states. The appointment takes effect immediately following approval by Arab League members.