Applaud us when we prevail, correct us when we fail; but, above all, do not let this indispensable, irreplaceable institution wither, languish or perish as a result of Member States' indifference, inattention or financial starvation.

A hungry mind is not free, and I felt if we were really going to make a difference and fight poverty we should at least start with the ability to feed ourselves, and the millions of Africans who don't have it.

Education is a human right with immense power to transform

Each crisis is different, has its own specificities, and we need to look at it critically; look at each one in its own terms.

A nation has the right to defend itself, but when it comes to the broader issue of peace and security, the legitimacy rests only with the Security Council.

The happiness of any society begins with the well being of the families that live in it.

Business cannot prosper in societies that fail.