I strongly reject threats by any member state to destroy another or outrageous attempts to deny historical facts such as the Holocaust.
BAN KI-MOONI strongly reject threats by any member state to destroy another or outrageous attempts to deny historical facts such as the Holocaust.
BAN KI-MOONThe power of the leader is given to him by the people, so he has a duty to engage and listen more attentively and carefully to the aspirations of the people.
BAN KI-MOONNuclear disarmament is the only sane path to a safer world.
BAN KI-MOONThe unity in diversity of the United States is one of the country’s greatest strengths.
BAN KI-MOONA deal must include an equitable global governance structure. All countries must have a voice in how resources are deployed and managed.
BAN KI-MOONEvery literate woman is a victory over poverty
BAN KI-MOONI believe in a world of justice and human rights for all. A world where girls can grow up free of fear of abuse. A world where women are treated with the respect and dignity that is their right. A world where poverty is not acceptable. My dear young friends, you can make this your world.
BAN KI-MOONSaving our planet, lifting people out of poverty, advancing economic growth… these are one and the same fight. We must connect the dots between climate change, water scarcity, energy shortages, global health, food security and women’s empowerment. Solutions to one problem must be solutions for all.
BAN KI-MOONTerrorism is a significant threat to peace and security, prosperity and people.
BAN KI-MOONOnly through women’s full and equal participation in all areas of public and private life can we hope to achieve the sustainable, peaceful and just society promised in the United Nations Charter.
BAN KI-MOONNothing is more shameful than attacking sleeping children.
BAN KI-MOONMen must teach each other that real men do not violate or oppress women – and that a woman’s place is not just in the home or the field, but in schools and offices and boardrooms.
BAN KI-MOONEnergy is the golden thread that connects economic growth, increased social equity, and an environment that allows the world to thrive.
BAN KI-MOONThe world is over-armed and peace is under-funded.
BAN KI-MOONClimate change is destroying our path to sustainability. Ours is a world of looming challenges and increasingly limited resources. Sustainable development offers the best chance to adjust our course.
BAN KI-MOONSaving our planet, lifting people out of poverty, advancing economic growth – these are one and the same fight.
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