to reduce inequalities between developed and developing regions
减少发达地区与发展中国家之间的不平等 (jiǎnshǎo fādá dìqū yǔ fāzhǎn zhōngguó jiā zhījiān de bù píngděng)
"Efforts are underway to close development gaps between nations."
"正在进行努力，以便弥合发展差距。" (zhèngzài jìnxíng nǔlì, yǐbiàn **míhé fāzhǎn chājù**.)
to accumulate money and assets over time
to stay strong and persistent during hard times
to persuade yourself to do something
to show attention or awareness toward someone’s needs
to do work in advance before it is due
to protect oneself against potential loss or risk
