881 Quotes by Kofi Annan

that they (the Iraqis) are prepared to engage me constructively.

I came to see myself, to talk to the government, to see what we can do together to improve the situation not only in the short-term, but also in the long-term,

There is some consensus at the hall. But we don't seem to be able to come to an understanding as to how to move forward.

Spending on the battle against AIDS in the developing world needs to rise to roughly five times its present level, ... The developing countries themselves are ready to provide their share ... but they cannot do it alone.

... the long-lasting humanitarian impact of these inhuman weapons continues to deny communities the opportunity to rebuild long after the end of the conflicts.

The model of development we are accustomed to has been fruitful for few and flawed for many. A path to prosperity that ravages the environment and leaves a majority of humankind behind in squalor will soon prove to be a dead-end road for everyone.

immediate and exceptional escalation of the global relief effort.

I came to listen and explore ways and means of intensifying the diplomatic efforts and try to achieve the objectives that have been set,

There is no shortage of food on the planet,