CLEAN : IOM: Trump's candidate defeated Vitorino elected Director Gener

The speaker expresses gratitude for being elected as the Director General of the International Organization of Migration (IOM). They acknowledge the contributions of the previous director and emphasize the importance of multilateral cooperation in addressing migration policy challenges. The speaker highlights the need to manage migratory flows, protect migrants' rights, and link migration with development sustainably.

Who does the speaker want to evoke and praise in their speech?

What does the speaker say about the critical juncture in migration policy?