Ban Ki-moon

Politician, 8th UN Secretary-General

Ban Ki-moon - Politician, 8th UN Secretary-General
Born

June 13th, 1944
80 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

South Korea

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Served as the 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations from 2007 to 2016. Focused on various global issues, including climate change, sustainable development, and human rights. Played a significant role in the Paris Agreement negotiations in 2015, enhancing international cooperation on environmental issues. Oversaw humanitarian responses during crises in Syria and South Sudan. Contributed to initiatives aimed at improving global health and addressing poverty.

Served as 8th Secretary-General of the UN

Facilitated the Paris Agreement

Advanced humanitarian responses to crises

Promoted sustainable development goals

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