It is my intention to serve with humility … I will give it my all to ensure the blossoming of trust between and among nations, large and small, to build bridges and to engage relentlessly in confidence building. I will also seek to inspire hope that we can turn things around, that the impossible might be possible — ANTÓNIO GUTERRES
UN Photo/Eskinder Debebe António Guterres (right) is congratulated after taking the oath of office for his second five-year term as Secretary-General of the United Nations.
"Nelson Mandela International Day is an opportunity to reflect on the life and legacy of a legendary global advocate for dignity, equality, justice and human rights", declares UN Secretary-General on International Day. Read the transcript of the video message of António Guterres.
"This year’s World Press Freedom Day theme 'Information as a Public Good' serves as a call to affirm the importance of cherishing information as a public good, and exploring what can be done in the production, distribution and reception of content to strengthen journalism."
"This International Day brings together communities, schools, artists, historians, academics, and jazz enthusiasts all over the world to celebrate and learn about the art of jazz, its roots, its future and its impact."
"I look forward to working with all of you to advance women’s leadership, to achieve women’s rights and to build a future based on equality and dignity for all."
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