Red blankets of joy

The UN has a vision of a better tomorrow, where "everyone can live in peace, in dignity and in equality on a healthy planet", she said.

Li Junhua, UN under-secretary-general for economic and social affairs, called for unity as the world prepares to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the UN's founding, in June.

"All member states must work together to make 2025 a year not of division but of unity."

Xinhua contributed to this story.