Second, the UN chief called for "investments on systems and practices that support safe travel - in close coordination with the private sector. He said there is "a long way to go" on two key fronts: "First, in our capacity to fight the pandemic together. "When countries go in different directions, the virus goes in every direction," he noted. "Second, we still lack effective international solidarity to respond to the economic and social impacts and the underlying fragilities exposed by the pandemic." The secretary-general said that more than ever, effective international solidarity is key to advancing these priority areas and build a more inclusive, resilient and sustainable world for all.

Source: Dhaka Tribune September 04, 2020 07:52 UTC