Mr. Guterres praised the many African Union (AU) initiatives aimed at bringing about this vision for the continent – including Agenda 2063 a blueprint for the Africa of the future, and the Decade of Women’s Financial and Economic Inclusion – and the decision to focus on the African Continental Free …
Read More »We must not simply remember, ‘but speak out and stand up’: UN chief Guterres
“The Holocaust did not happen as a ‘lesson’ for humanity, but it did happen. And because it happened, it may happen again,” Mr. Guterres told the annual ceremony held at the historic Park East Synagogue in New York to commemorate the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp. “We must never …
Read More »‘Tireless’ in pursuit of peace: Guterres pays tribute to former Pope Benedict
Secretary-General António Guterres said he had learned of his passing, “with great sadness”, describing him as a “humble man of prayer and study.” Defender of human rights “Principled in his faith, tireless in his pursuit of peace, and determined in his defence of human rights, he was a spiritual guide to …
Read More »Russia-Ukraine: I regret inefficiency of United Nations to tackle the war – UN secretary general Guterres
The United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres has lamented the inefficiency of the body to tackle the war between Russia and its neigbour, Ukraine. According to Guttteres the war in Ukraine has been “a very dramatic factor of inefficiency for the UN Security Council”, which has been paralysed by …
Read More »Burkina Faso authorities had no authority to expel senior UN official: Guterres
In a statement released on Saturday, Mr. Guterres announced that he had full confidence in the UN system in Burkina Faso, as well as in Ms. Manzi’s commitment and professionalism. For years, Burkina Faso has suffered from political instability, and saw two military coups in 2022 alone. This year also …
Read More »Guterres calls for ‘sustained political commitment’ for a healthier world
To accomplish this, “wealthier countries and international financial institutions need to support developing countries to make these crucial investments”, said UN Secretary-General António Guterres. In an address to the opening of the World Health Summit in Berlin, via a video message, he began by noting how poorly prepared most of the world …
Read More »Guterres condemns missile strikes in Ukranian Black Sea port of Odesa
“Yesterday, all parties made clear commitments on the global stage to ensure the safe movement of Ukrainian grain and related products to global markets. These products are desperately needed to address the global food crisis and ease the suffering of millions of people in need around the globe. Full implementation …
Read More »Guterres visits refugees resettled in NYC, urges world to ‘stand together in solidarity’
“Like millions of refugees worldwide, they are helping bring new life, prosperity and rich diversity to their host communities. We must continue supporting them,” the UN chief said on Twitter following the visit. Ahead of #WorldRefugeeDay, I visited refugees from Iraq & Afghanistan currently living in New York. Like millions …
Read More »Hate speech ‘dehumanizes individuals and communities’: Guterres
“It promotes racism, xenophobia and misogyny; it dehumanizes individuals and communities; and it has a serious impact on our efforts to promote peace and security, human rights, and sustainable development,” underscored Secretary-General António Guterres. Dangerous words He explained that words can be weaponized and cause physical harm. The escalation from …
Read More »Guterres in Senegal: ‘Triple crisis’ in Africa aggravated by war in Ukraine
Speaking in Dakar, the capital of the West African country, Senegal, on his first visit to the continent since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Mr. Guterres said, “when discussing the socio-economic situation, it is impossible not to mention the war in Ukraine and its impact on Africa.” The UN …
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