Alexander De Croo Appointed UNDP Administrator.

Alexander De Croo’s appointment as UNDP Administrator comes at a critical time for global development. He has faced challenges like climate change and inequality before. His experience as Belgium’s prime minister gives him a global perspective. This signals a renewed push toward the Sustainable Development Goals.

Alexader De Croo

By Olukemi Odo

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has officially appointed Alexander De Croo of Belgium as the new Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), marking a significant leadership shift within the UN’s development arm. His appointment, confirmed by the UN General Assembly on 17 November 2025, grants him a four-year mandate to steer the agency during a pivotal time for global cooperation.

Guterres expressed his gratitude to De Croo’s predecessor, Achim Steiner of Germany, for his dedicated service, and also thanked Haoliang Xu, the Associate Administrator, who has served as Acting Administrator pending De Croo’s arrival.

A former Belgian prime minister, De Croo brings a rich portfolio of political and development experience. His leadership vision emphasizes inclusivity, global solidarity, and innovation — themes he described as central to his mission in guiding UNDP’s work across more than 170 countries.

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De Croo has voiced that the world stands at a defining moment, where collective action is more urgent than ever. He pledged to “listen, partner, and deliver” in order to rebuild trust, advance the Sustainable Development Goals, and ensure that no one is left behind.

With his background in both high-level governance and international development, his tenure is expected to bring renewed energy to UNDP’s efforts in poverty reduction, climate resilience, and equitable growth.

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5 Things You Need to Know About Alexander De Croo.

1. Alexander De Croo served as Prime Minister of Belgium from 2020 to 2025, leading the country through the COVID-19 pandemic and coordinating vaccination rollout and economic recovery strategies.
2. He was Deputy Prime Minister of Belgium between 2012 and 2020, during which he also held ministerial portfolios.
3. From 2014 to 2020, he served as Minister of Development Cooperation and Digital Agenda, promoting global development, gender equality, and digital innovation.
4. Between 2018 and 2020, he held the role of Minister of Finance, where he gained first-hand experience with international economic policy and development financing.
5. Before entering politics, De Croo worked in the private sector as an entrepreneur and strategy consultant.