UN chief says mistrust among people worrisome, govts must respect civil space

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday said growing mistrust among people across countries is worrisome and the governments must take corrective steps. "At least 66 countries last year had huge demonstrations and this underlying mistrust is worrisome," the UN chief said here at the WEF 2020.

"Governments must understand they need to give voice to people, they must respect freedom of press and also give space to the civil society. "At the same time, it is also a must to ensure that globalization has equitable benefits for everyone in the society," he said.