We need to think of the future and the planet we are going to leave to our children and their children. – Kofi Annan
In the 21st century, I believe the mission of the United Nations will be defined by a new, more profound awareness of the sanctity and dignity of every human life, regardless of race or religion. – Kofi Annan
The question is the morning after. What sort of Iraq do we wake up to after the bombing? What happens in the region? What impact could it have? These are questions leaders I have spoken to have posed. – Kofi Annan
There is no development strategy more beneficial to society as a whole – women and men alike – than the one which involves women as central players. – Kofi Annan