
Cong Guang Takes Helm as UN’s Horn of Africa Envoy After South Sudan Tenure
Chinese diplomat Cong Guang transitions from UNMISS leadership in South Sudan to become UN Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, pledging renewed peace efforts.
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Chinese diplomat Cong Guang transitions from UNMISS leadership in South Sudan to become UN Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, pledging renewed peace efforts.
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