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António Guterres (UN Secretary-General)

António Guterres is the ninth Secretary-General of the United Nations, having taken office in January 2017. A Portuguese politician and former Prime Minister of Portugal, he has a background in international relations and humanitarian work, notably as the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees from 2005 to 2015. Guterres focuses on addressing global challenges such as climate change, conflict resolution, and promoting human rights. He advocates for sustainable development and multilateral cooperation among nations, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy and collaboration to solve pressing global issues.