Lavrov explained to the candidate for the post of UN Secretary General Sall the requirements of the Russian Federation for applicants

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met with candidate for the post of Secretary General of the United Nations (UN) Macky Sall, according to the website of the Russian Foreign Ministry on July 20.

It is specified that the guest presented his election program to Lavrov during the talks.

"The minister explained to Maki Sall the requirements imposed by Russia to applicants for the highest UN post," the press service of the department noted.

Both sides confirmed that they remain committed to the central coordinating role of the United Nations in world affairs.

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