Veteran Egyptian diplomat Nabil Fahmy has been appointed as the new Secretary-General of the Arab League. The decision was made during a meeting of foreign ministers held in Amman, Jordan, on Monday. Fahmy succeeds Amr Moussa, who stepped down in 2011, and previously served as Egypt’s ambassador to the United States. The appointment comes as the League faces ongoing challenges including the Syrian civil war and regional political instability. Fahmy brings extensive experience in international relations and is expected to play a key role in addressing these complex issues. The Arab League statement confirmed the unanimous agreement among member states regarding his selection. His tenure will begin shortly, with details on the transition to be announced soon.