If we go back in the history of different nations, violence and the use of force are part of their heritage. These are the traditions of mankind.

If you come to a negotiation table saying you have the final truth, that you know nothing but the truth and that is final, you will get nothing.

If we go back in the history of different nations, violence and the use of force are part of their heritage. These are the traditions of mankind.

I recently reread an article of mine written in 1964, and I think it is still valid. There is not much difference. Many of the items on the agenda 37 years ago are still there.

In international or national crises, there are always questions of lack of confidence. You have to change the minds of the people in order to get results.

Peace enforcement is a much more difficult kind of operation than peacekeeping.

If there is something I would like to do as President of the General Assembly, it is to place more emphasis on the issue of education, which enables a better life for women.