UN chief appoints Guang Cong of China as his new deputy special representative for South Sudan

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday appointed Guang Cong of the People's Republic of China as his new deputy special representative (political affairs) for South Sudan and deputy head of the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).

"Mr. Cong succeeds Moustapha Soumare of Mali to whom the secretary-general is grateful for his distinguished service in South Sudan," said a press note issued by the spokesman's office of the secretary-general.

"Mr. Cong brings vast experience of international affairs to the position, including service with several United Nations peace operations," it said.