The power of the leader is given to him by the people, so he has a duty to engage and listen more… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
You have to take ownership and leadership of tomorrow. For that to be possible, you have to strengthen your capacity and widen… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
The future of any leader or political systems is to be determined by the people of the country. — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
I am not a national leader. If I am a national leader I can speak out all that I want. — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
We must unite. Violence against women cannot be tolerated, in any form, in any context, in any circumstance, by any political leader… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
I have been urging the leaders to listen to the aspirations and challenges of their own people, and engage in dialogue and… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
We have seen in the past where leaders have not been open-minded or have not been flexible. That's why the people came… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
I call for the need of world leaders to address climate change and reduce the increasing risk of disasters- and world leaders… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
As the young leaders of tomorrow, you have the passion and energy and commitment to make a difference. What I'd like to… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
It is only natural that people's wishes and aspirations should be realized by the leaders of the region. As this wind of… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
You have to work and think about how we can make this world a better place for all. This is what I'd really like to ask our young leaders. We will try as leaders of today to minimise the problems which we will hand over to you. But it is to you. You have to take ownership and leadership of… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share
You are already leaders. Your ideas, your actions and your decisions make a difference. More than any other generation, you have a voice. Social networking is changing how we interact - and it can change our world. You are in touch with peers from around the world. You understand the power of instant communication. I appeal to you to use… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share
My observation is China is thinking more as a global player than regionally, in both politics and economics. — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
With her courage and determination, Malala has shown what terrorists fear most: a girl with a book. — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
I have been, and will remain, outspoken in my insistence that Israel has a right to live in peace and security. — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
Building sustainable cities - and a sustainable future - will need open dialogue among all branches of national, regional and local government. And it… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
We must follow the wisdom of the Brundtland Report. We must pursue development that meets the needs of the present generation without compromising the… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
We have reached a new milestone as a human family. With seven billion of us now inhabiting our planet, it is time to ask… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
Grave security concerns can arise as a result of demographic trends, chronic poverty, economic inequality, environmental degradation, pandemic diseases, organized crime, repressive governance and… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
Some might complain that nuclear disarmament is little more than a dream. But that ignores the very tangible benefits disarmament would bring for all… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
On this International Day for the Abolition of Slavery let us reaffirm the inherent dignity of all men, women and children. And let us… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
I believe that the topic of chemical weapons is critically important for international peace and security, and I take note of the ongoing debate… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
Achieving gender equality requires the engagement of women and men, girls and boys. It is everyone's responsibility. — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
