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B. Boutros-Ghali: Statement Sent to World Summit 2014
Written by Dr. Boutros Boutros-Ghali, UN Secretary-General, 1992-96
Sunday, August 10, 2014
Dear Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, distinguished participants in 'World Summit 2014' in Seoul, Korea,
I would have liked to be with you all in person and to have participated in the World Summit 2014 myself. Sadly, some obligations prevent me from taking the journey to Korea and I will not be able to attend the event.
I have great respect for the work of the Universal Peace Federation and truly wish you well in your noble endeavors to further the establishment of lasting peace and security that all of humanity longs for.
Peace, security and human development have long been areas of great concern to the United Nations and to other world bodies.
I believe that civil society initiatives such as yours are much needed in supporting the ongoing work of the UN and the global community as a whole, and I applaud you for your efforts.
I shall look forward to hearing the results of your deliberations and hope that World Summit 2014 is successful in every way.
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