
There is a significant possibility that the next United Nations Secretary-General will be a woman, with a strong likelihood that the position will be filled by a candidate from South America, as at least five nominees hail from that region. However, this does not entirely eliminate the chance for candidates from other backgrounds to be considered, according to Leadership (NG).
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