Bachelet's candidacy was recommended by her country, Chile, as well as Brazil and Mexico, said La Neice Collins, the spokeswoman.
The other candidate so far for the top UN job is Rafael Grossi, director-general of the International Atomic Energy Agency.
The term for the next UN secretary-general starts on Jan. 1, 2027.
Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet has been recommended as a candidate for the next UN secretary-general.
Xinhua
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