Under the somber and dark sky, journalists had long since gathered in droves, countless cameras focusing on the position of the podium. Fully armed security raised a cordon, driving back the crowd of onlookers.
Under countless expectant gazes, a blonde girl appeared, seeming confident and composed, exuding an aura of subtle charm, capturing the attention of the entire scene as soon as she arrived.
"Madam Secretary-General, in light of the continuous economic downturn in the current world, how will the World Government respond or what measures will be taken?" a journalist asked.
Facing flashing lights and cameras, the Secretary-General smiled, displaying a sense of ease: "The term economic downturn is not accurate. In reality, the economies of the Six Northern States and the Thirteen Pioneer Cities have been rising annually, with year-on-year growth ranging from 4.27% to 6%. The downturn in some regions is closely related to adjustments within the larger context."
