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Mr. Guterres was talk to journalists a day after addressing regional leaders attending the 12th Summit between the United Nations and the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

Avoid at all costs

“As I said at yesterday’s summit, we must at all costs avoid dividing the global economy into two parts, Led by the two largest economiesUnited States and China,” he speak.

“Such a rift, with two different sets of rules, two dominant currencies, two internets, and two conflicting artificial intelligence strategies, would undermines the world’s ability to respond to the harsh challenges we face.”

He said ASEAN countries are well-positioned to heal this division, stressing that “we must have a global economy and global market with access for all. “

‘Nightmare without end’ in Myanmar

The UN chief also reported on a number of issues discussed at the summit, including the situation in Myanmar which he described as “an unending nightmare for the people of that country, and a threat to peace and security Across the region.”

Myanmar’s military took power in February 2021 and since then, the country has been engulfed in a political, human rights and humanitarian crisis.

Mr. Guterres said ASEAN has adopted a principled approach to the issue through the Five-Point Consensus.

There is a need for a unified strategy

The plan was adopted in April 2021 and calls for an immediate end to violence, constructive dialogue between the parties, appointment of Special Envoy, provision of humanitarian assistance and Special Envoy to visit the land. country.

“I urge all countries, including ASEAN members, to seek a unified strategy for Myanmar that focuses on the needs and aspirations of the people of the country,” he said.

Solution for turbulent times

The war in Ukraine, the global food and energy crisis, and the climate emergency are also on the agenda at the day-long summit.

“In these tumultuous times, regional organizations including ASEAN are essential for building global solutions,” Mr. Guterres told reporters.

The Secretary-General traveled to Cambodia from Egypt, where the United Nations climate change conference COP27 is taking place.

Climate Solidarity Pact

Mr. Guterres is calling for a Climate Solidarity Pact for developed and emerging economies to combine resources and capabilities to defeat climate change.

He is also pushing leaders to reach an agreement on a financial mechanism to support countries that suffer loss and damage from climate-related disasters.

The next United Nations chief will travel to Bali, Indonesia, to attend the G20 summit of the world’s major economies, which begins on Tuesday.

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“My priority in Bali will be to speak up for the countries in the Global South that have been ravaged by COVID-19 pandemic and the climate emergency, and is currently facing food, energy and financial crises – exacerbated by the war in Ukraine and mounting debt,” he said. .

Mr. Guterres wants G20 leaders to pass a stimulus package to provide developing countries with the necessary investments and liquidity.

The UN is also working to alleviate the global food crisis by expanding a landmark initiative to bring Ukrainian grain back to the market and by removing obstacles to food exports. and Russian fertilizers.

Answer the question

The Secretary-General was asked for his views on human rights in the ASEAN region and in the host country Cambodia.

Although each country’s situation is different, he stressed that human rights should be fully respected.

“Indeed, my appeal, and in particular my appeal in a country like Cambodia, is to public space is open and for human rights defenders and climate activists need protectionand for cooperation with civil society is expanded“I said.

The Secretary-General also expressed concern for Myanmar, saying there are systematic human rights violations. “totally unacceptable” and causing great suffering for the citizen.

Hope for Indonesian President

When asked about the cooperation of the United Nations and ASEAN to resolve the crisis in Myanmar, he said it is important to reach a Five-Point Consensus.

Indonesia will host ASEAN next year and Mr. Guterres expressed hope that their presidency will see the development of initiatives towards this goal.

“We need to go back to democracy, transition to democracy. We need to release political prisoners. We need to establish a comprehensive process and I am confident that the Indonesian president will work hard next year in that regard.”

Peace in Ukraine

Mr. Guterres also emphasized the UN’s clear position on Ukraine, again answering a journalist’s question.

The Russian invasion is a violate unchartedhe said, and violate the territorial integrity of the country.

At the same time, he stressed that it is very important to create the conditions for a progressive re-establishment of dialogue leading to a future where peace will prevail, adding “not any form of peace – peace based on the values ​​of the Charter of the United Nations. , and peace based on international law”.

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