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“Our world is one of terrible contradictions. Plenty of food, but one billion people go hungry. Lavish lifestyles for a few, but poverty for too many others. Huge advances in medicine while mothers die every day in childbirth, and children die every day from drinking dirty water. Billions spent on weapons to kill people instead of keeping them safe.”

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Ban Ki-moon
Ban Ki-moon

Ban Ki-moon, born on June 13, 1944, is a distinguished diplomat from South Korea. He has held several key positions in the international arena, including serving as the Secretary-General of the United Nations. Under his leadership, the United Nations made significant achievements in maintaining world peace and promoting sustainable development. more

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