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Bachelet: World may be ready for a woman UN chief

Former Chilean president Michelle Bachelet said she hopes the global community is prepared to elect a woman as UN secretary-general.

Published Apr 21, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Former Chilean president Michelle Bachelet, a candidate for UN secretary-general, said Tuesday she hopes the world is finally "ready" for a woman to hold the post. Her remark highlights the push for greater gender representation in top United Nations leadership.

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