Former president of Chile abandons UN secretary general candidacy
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Americas category. Published on September 20, 2026 • Originally reported by Reuters in Geneva. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Americas category. Published on September 20, 2026 • Originally reported by Reuters in Geneva. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Michelle Bachelet drops out after support collapsed in security council straw poll, leaving seven candidates in contest
Michelle Bachelet, a former president of Chile, has withdrawn her candidacy to become the next secretary general of the UN, ending a bid that had struggled to gain traction among security council members.
Bachelet, 74, announced her decision in a video posted on Instagram on Saturday, saying: “I will now continue, with the same determination as always, my international work.”
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