Chile's former president Michelle Bachelet believes it's time for a woman at the helm of the UN

Chile's former president Michelle Bachelet believes it's time for a woman at the helm of the UN

 Raul BRAVO

Chile has officially backed the candidacy of its former president Michelle Bachelet to become the UN's first female secretary-general, with backing from Mexico and Brazil.

Outgoing President Gabriel Boric made the announcement Monday following concerns that Bachelet's bid could be blocked by right-winger Jose Antonio Kast, due to take over the Chilean presidency next month.

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