We must follow the wisdom of the Brundtland Report. We must pursue development that meets the needs of the present generation without… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
Given the nature and magnitude of the challenge, national action alone is insufficient. No nation can address this challenge on its own.… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
Since [violence against women] is rooted in discrimination, impunity and complacency, we need to change attitudes and behavior - and we need… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
Now, more than ever, we need to connect the dots between climate, poverty, energy, food and water. These issues cannot be addressed… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
Women and girls are disproportionately affected by landmines. They have different needs when it comes to education about risks. And they may… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
It has been said that knowledge is power. We need to strengthen education systems so that young people can benefit from cultural… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
The international community must offer short-term emergency measures to meet critical needs. But it must also make longer-term investments to promote food… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
For too long we have tried to consume our way to prosperity. Look at the cost: polluted lands and oceans, climate change,… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
There can be no solution to the challenge of climate change that is not global. But if we can come together in… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
To achieve a Green Revolution, African farmers, must have access to land and security of tenure. They also need access to markets,… — 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
The current model is global suicide. We need a revolution. Revolutionary thinking. Revolutionary action. Natural resources are becoming more and more scarce. — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
From the Balkans to Africa, from Asia to the Middle East, we have witnessed the weakening or absence of effective governance leading… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
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
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