We need a reform of the Security Council. It must be perceived as truly representative by all the 191 member states, to uphold the credibility and legitimacy of the UN as the main political arena. — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
The United Nations remains our most important global actor. These days we are continuously reminded of the enormous responsibility of the Security Council to uphold international peace and stability. — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
Firstly, economic globalisation has brought prosperity and development to many countries, but also financial crises to Asia, Latin America and Russia, and increasing poverty… — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
The developing countries must be able to take a more active part in trade negotiations, through technical assistance and support from the developed countries. — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
The world is richer than ever, and the gaps between rich and poor are wider. — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
Nonetheless, the developing countries must be able to reap the benefits of international trade. — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
We urge President Bush to abstain from the National Missile Defense, just as we urge China, India and Pakistan to discontinue their nuclear arsenals. — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
Human rights are praised more than ever - and violated as much as ever. — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
Terrorism can never be accepted. We must fight it together, with methods that do not compromise our respect for the rule of law and… — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
We need the UN, to deal with the threats to our common security from nuclear, chemical and biological weapons, not only in the case… — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
Globalisation makes it clear that social responsibility is required not only of governments, but of companies and individuals. All sources must interact in order… — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
Global markets must be balanced by global values such as respect for human rights and international law, democracy, security and sustainable economic and environmental… — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
The world has got more democracies than ever, and human rights are high on almost every country's agenda. Still, corruption and oppression are far… — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
