One of the main lessons I have learned during my five years as Secretary-General is that broad partnerships are the key to… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
Cities can be the engine of social equity and economic opportunity. They can help us reduce our carbon footprint and protect the… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
The U.N. might not be the most luxurious place to work, but it certainly is one of the most important places in… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
Our work for human dignity is often lonely, and almost always an uphill climb. At times, our efforts are misunderstood, and we… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
The tragic nuclear accident at Fukushima underscored the urgent need to enhance nuclear safety and the international emergency response framework. I commend… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
The U.N.'s humanitarian agencies rely on charitable donations from the public as well as the generosity of governments to continue their lifesaving… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
Europe and Africa share proximity and history, ideas and ideals, trade and technology. You are tied together by the ebb and flow… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
Charity plays an important role in upholding the values and advancing the work of the United Nations. — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
As I prepare for my second term as Secretary-General, I am thinking hard about how we can meet the expectations of the… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
Messengers of Peace such as Midori - and our Goodwill Ambassadors, who work directly with the UN agencies - are dedicated and… — Ban Ki-moon Copy Share Image
The catastrophic humanitarian consequences of any use of nuclear weapons require that it be treated as a top priority. Disarmament will work… — 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
