We need to promote greater tolerance and understanding among the peoples of the world. Nothing can be more dangerous to our efforts to build peace and development than a world divided along religious, ethnic or cultural lines. In each nation, and among all nations, we must work to promote unity based on our shared humanity.

Insecurity is love dressed in a child's clothing.

HIV/AIDS has become much more than a health issue. HIV/AIDS is a development issue, it's a security issue.

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

I observe a lot. I see a lot around me.

If we get agriculture right in Africa, where most of the people now are working in that sector, not only would it help boost development but we will be secure in terms of food and nutrition and then be able to move on to other areas.

The right to development is the measure of the respect of all other human rights.That should be our aim: a situation in which all individuals are enabled to maximize their potential, and to contribute to the evolution of society as a whole.