The world is over-armed and peace is under-funded.
BAN KI-MOONLet us take advantage of the opportunities presented by climate action and lay the foundations for a more prosperous and secure future for all.
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The unity in diversity of the United States is one of the country’s greatest strengths.
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Society’s dependence on fossil fuels is jeopardising social and economic progress.
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Climate change does not respect border; it does not respect who you are – rich and poor, small and big. Therefore, this is what we call global challenges, which require global solidarity.
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The basic building block of peace and security for all peoples is economic and social security, anchored in sustainable development. It is a key to all problems. Why? Because it allows us to address all the great issues-poverty, climate, environment and political stability-as parts of the whole.
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The longer we delay, the more we will pay.
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Climate change has happened because of human behaviour, therefore it’s only natural it should be us, human beings, to address this issue. It may not be too late if we take decisive actions today.
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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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My observation is China is thinking more as a global player than regionally, in both politics and economics.
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Saving our planet requires you to be ambitious in what you aim, and, equally, in how hard you work to reach your goal.
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Nuclear terrorism is one of the most serious threats of our time. Even one such attack could inflict mass casualties and create immense suffering and unwanted change in the world forever. This prospect should compel all of us to act to prevent such a catastrophe.
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A deal must include an equitable global governance structure. All countries must have a voice in how resources are deployed and managed.
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The current model is global suicide. We need a revolution. Revolutionary thinking. Revolutionary action. Natural resources are becoming more and more scarce.
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People everywhere look to the United States to use its remarkable power to help lift humanity up and to work for the common good.
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Many say our world is at a tipping point. If we do not act together, if we do not act responsibly, if we do not act now, we risk slipping into a cycle of poverty, degradation, and despair.
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I am not a national leader. If I am a national leader I can speak out all that I want.
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