Planet Earth is our shared island, let us join forces to protect it

Millions of people in nearly 80 countries still live in fear of landmines and explosive remnants of war, which take an unacceptable toll on lives and limbs, and people's livelihoods

Today, we have more than 110,000 men and women deployed in conflict zones around the world. They come from nearly 120 countries ... Thanks to their efforts, life-saving humanitarian assistance can be delivered and economic development can begin.

With her courage and determination, Malala has shown what terrorists fear most: a girl with a book.

Since problems spill across borders, security anywhere depends on sustainable development everywhere.

Our atmosphere can't tell the difference between emissions from an Asian factory, the exhaust from a North American SUV, or deforestation in South America or Africa.

As many micro-credit schemes across the world can testify, investment in women is the best investment for the future.