Beneath the surface of states and nations, ideas and language, lies the fate of individual human beings in need. Answering their needs will be the mi… - Kofi Annan

The Lord had the wonderful advantage of being able to work alone.

Tolerance, inter-cultural dialogue and respect for diversity are more essential than ever in a world where peoples are becoming more and more closely interconnected.

This era of global challenges leaves no choice but cooperation at the global level. When States undermine the rule of law and violate the rights of their individual citizens, they become a menace not only to their own people, but also to their neighbours, and indeed the world. What we need today is better governance — legitimate, democratic governance that allows each individual to flourish, and each State to thrive.