The world is richer than ever, and the gaps between rich and poor are wider.

The most important issue we have to deal with is freedom of movement.

Globalisation makes it clear that social responsibility is required not only of governments, but of companies and individuals. All sources must interact in order to reach the MDGs.

We need the UN, to deal with the threats to our common security from nuclear, chemical and biological weapons, not only in the case of Iraq. They must be tackled by the international community together, by strengthening conventions, treaties and agreements.

The world is richer than ever, and the gaps between rich and poor are wider.

Still, corruption and oppression are far too common threats to the democratic society.

That was for instance the case in Mocambique a couple of years ago, during the flooding catastrophe. Instead of co-ordinating assistance properly, to much time and resources was spent on fighting about the same helicopters and local guides.