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“Millions of our fellow human beings continue to live as contemporary slaves, victims of abominable practices like human trafficking, forced labour and sexual exploitation. Countless children are forced to become soldiers, work in sweat shops or are sold by desperate families. Women are brutalized and traded like commodities. Entire households and villages labour under debt bondage.”

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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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