Ki-moon

Definition

Ki-moon, specifically Ban Ki-moon, is a South Korean diplomat who served as the 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations from January 2007 to December 2016. His tenure was marked by advocacy for climate change, sustainable development, and peacekeeping efforts on a global scale.

Related terms

United Nations (UN):

An international organization founded in 1945 composed of 193 Member States, aimed at promoting world peace, security, and cooperation.

Sustainable Development:

A holistic approach aiming at meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Climate Change:

A long-term alteration in Earth's climate patterns or average weather conditions, often attributed significantly to human activities such as fossil fuel combustion