To measure the success of our societies, we should examine how well those with different abilities, including persons with autism, are integrated as full and valued members.
BAN KI-MOONMy observation is China is thinking more as a global player than regionally, in both politics and economics.
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My observation is China is thinking more as a global player than regionally, in both politics and economics.
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Sustainable development and climate change are two sides of the same coin
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Every literate woman is a victory over poverty
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I am willing to take any measures when it comes to the fundamental principle of human rights.
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As many micro-credit schemes across the world can testify, investment in women is the best investment for the future.
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Terrorism is a significant threat to peace and security, prosperity and people.
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On this International Day, let us promise to make peace not just a priority, but a passion. Let us pledge to do more, wherever we are in whatever way we can, to make every day a day of peace.
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The taking of life is too absolute, too irreversible, for one human being to inflict on another, even when backed by legal process. Where the death penalty persists, conditions for those awaiting execution are often horrifying, leading to aggravated suffering.
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Migration is an expression of the human aspiration for dignity, safety and a better future. It is part of the social fabric, part of our very make-up as a human family
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We hold the future in our hands, together, we must ensure that our grandchildren will not have to ask why we failed to do the right thing, and let them suffer the consequences.
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Society’s dependence on fossil fuels is jeopardising social and economic progress.
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Since [violence against women] is rooted in discrimination, impunity and complacency, we need to change attitudes and behavior – and we need to change laws and make sure they are enforced just like you are doing in Cuba.
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The future of any leader or political systems is to be determined by the people of the country.
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The clear and present danger of climate change means we cannot burn our way to prosperity. We already rely too heavily on fossil fuels. We need to find a new, sustainable path to the future we want. We need a clean industrial revolution.
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It has been said that knowledge is power. We need to strengthen education systems so that young people can benefit from cultural diversity, and not be victimized by those who exploit differences.
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