UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for action to safeguard 'shared world'

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Sunday called for a commitment to international cooperation and regional solidarity to fight coronavirus pandemic, in an dress to ASEAN leers during ir summit.

Speaking to ASEAN leers via video link, Guterres said that COVID-19, despite its immense impact, was also an opportunity for countries to work toger.

He also encourd ASEAN countries to take robust action to reverse climate change as he urged leers to demonstrate political will, starting by putting an end to new coal infrastructure and invest more in green energy.

"I count on your leership and your resolve for urgent action to safeguard our shared world," he said.

(Im: AP)