881 Quotes by Kofi Annan

What's needed now is not more declarations or promises, but action, ... I believe my report provides a clear program of action.

Women themselves have the right to live in dignity, in freedom from want and freedom from fear. On this International Women's Day, let us rededicate ourselves to making that a reality.

Usually, because society's inequalities puts them at risk -- unjust, unconscionable risk.

The global work of the United Nations is not without reason compared to that of a family - striving for a common goal in concert with all members for a better future.

We shall not defeat any of the infectious diseases that plague the developing world until we have also won the battle for safe drinking water, sanitation, and basic health care.

work this out and come up with an acceptable resolution.

There can be no doubt that these attacks are deliberate acts of terrorism, carefully planned and coordinated and as such I condemn them utterly. Terrorism must be fought resolutely wherever it appears.

Throughout a rich and varied life, Mr Cook displayed exceptional intellect, eloquence, vision and passion in the domestic and international arenas alike,

No nation can make itself secure by seeking supremacy over all others. We all share responsibility for each other's security, and only by working to make each other secure can we hope to achieve lasting security for ourselves.