Amadou Mahtar M'Bow's tenure at UNESCO marked a pivotal shift in international relations, aiming to champion causes from the developing world and counter Western dominance.
His leadership style led to UNESCO being perceived as politically biased and bureaucratic, instigating significant withdrawals from the organization, including those by the U.S. and Britain.
While he aimed for a new world information order to combat Western media control, critics viewed this initiative as a threat to global press freedom, showcasing the tensions during his era.
Despite the controversies surrounding his leadership, M'Bow's impact on UNESCO and cultural dialogues during a turbulent time in global politics remain noteworthy.
Collection
[
|
...
]