Former president of Chile abandons UN secretary general candidacy
Summary
Michelle Bachelet, the former president of Chile, has stopped trying to become the next UN secretary general. She made the decision after losing support among the UN Security Council members, leaving seven candidates still in the race.Key Facts
- Michelle Bachelet withdrew her bid for UN secretary general.
- She is a two-time president of Chile and former UN human rights chief.
- Bachelet announced her decision in a video posted on Instagram.
- Her campaign focused on supporting international cooperation and law.
- Bachelet’s support dropped sharply after a recent informal UN poll.
- Seven candidates remain competing to replace António Guterres.
- Costa Rican diplomat Rebeca Grynspan is currently the leading candidate.
- The UN Security Council will recommend one candidate to the General Assembly for approval.
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