, June 2 -- The election of the President of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) for the 81st session will be held today (June 2) at 10am (NY Time) in the General Assembly Hall, UNHQs.

The outcome of the election is expected to be announced after 8pm today (Tuesday), following the completion of voting.

The election will be held in line with Rule 30 of the Rules of Procedure.

In accordance with the established regional rotation, the President of the 81st session of the General Assembly will be elected from the Asia Pacific Group.

Bangladesh and Cyprus are competing for the post.

"While Bangladesh's candidate, Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman, is widely viewed as a very strong contender, the outcome will ultimately depend on ...