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Despite recent setbacks—such as the Myanmar military’s takeover, tensions in the South China Sea, and India-China border disputes—the Secretary-General remains cautiously optimistic for 2021. He points to positive developments like the ceasefire in Libya and ongoing peace negotiations in Syria, Ukraine, and Sudan. Nonetheless, he stresses the need for persistent efforts to achieve peace, reconciliation, and sustainable development.
He concludes with a plea for unity—both among nations and within the global community—to confront the unprecedented challenges ahead.