"In line with the organization's policy of zero tolerance for abusive conduct, the allegations were investigated," a statement from the
The probe "resulted in findings of misconduct," said the statement.
"After careful consideration of the findings, and following consultation with the regional committee for the
The
The process to appoint the next head for the
The new regional director will be announced in October for a five-year term.
Until the new chief takes office, the
Jakab has been serving as deputy director-general since 2019. She was previously the
The Japanese government noted it maintained "the position of supporting the policy of zero tolerance against racism and abuse."
Government spokesperson
The investigations into Kasai, stationed at the
Among the documents the media outlet accessed was a written complaint by a group of employees and former employees.
They spoke of an untenable situation, saying they had grown fearful of his alleged dictatorial management.
The complaint claimed that Kasai's policies might have hindered the agency's response to the Covid-19 pandemic, contributing "substantially to an increase in (coronavirus) cases in many countries in the region." EFE
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