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- I believe in a world of justice and human rights for all. A world where girls can grow up free of fear of abuse. A…
- It is up to each and every one of us to raise our voice against crimes that deprive countless victims of their liberty, dignity and…
- 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…
- I grew up in war and saw the United Nations help my country to recover and rebuild. That experience was a big part of what…
- Countries with higher levels of gender equality have higher economic growth. Companies with more women on their boards have higher returns. Peace agreements that include…
- Some might complain that nuclear disarmament is little more than a dream. But that ignores the very tangible benefits disarmament would bring for all humankind.…
- Throughout human history, in any great endeavour requiring the common effort of many nations and men and women everywhere, we have learned - it is…
- As a child growing up during the Korean War, I knew poverty. I studied by candlelight.
- One of my earliest memories is walking up a muddy road into the mountains. It was raining. Behind me, my village was burning. When there…
- The good name of the United Nations is one of its most valuable assets - but also one of its most vulnerable. The Charter calls…
- I will do everything in my power to ensure that our United Nations can live up to its name, and be truly united; so that…
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