Michelle Bachelet

Michelle Bachelet is a two-time former president of Chile. She is newsworthy because she was a candidate to succeed António Guterres as the Secretary-General of the United Nations. Recently, the Chilean government, under its new president José Antonio Kast, withdrew its support for Bachelet's candidacy, deeming it "unviable." This reverses the previous support offered by the prior administration of Gabriel Boric. The withdrawal of support significantly impacts Bachelet's chances, as national government backing is crucial for such a high-profile international position. The race for the next UN Secretary-General is ongoing, with other candidates also vying for the role, and the selection process is expected to conclude later this year.