Antonio Guterres

“Migration powers economic growth, reduces inequalities, and connects diverse societies. Yet it is also a source of political tensions and human tragedies.”

“When counterterrorist policies are used to suppress peaceful protests and legitimate opposition movements, shut down debate, target human rights defenders, or stigmatize minorities, they fai...”

“As populations continue to increase, and the climate continues to deteriorate, and as people flock in ever increasing numbers to large, underdeveloped cities, the threat of multiple protract...”

“You see in Islam, you see in Christianity, you see in Africa, in different religions, in Buddhism and Hinduism, there is a strong commitment to refugee protection.”

“In all circumstances in the world - even the most difficult circumstances - we need to push for dialogue.”

“There is an urgent need for disarmament of all kinds, but especially nuclear disarmament.”

“The total elimination of nuclear weapons remains the highest disarmament priority of the United Nations.”

“The humanitarian aid system is built on a concept that when disaster strikes, outside agencies provide a temporary helping hand until people can take back control of their own lives. But acr...”

“Migrants make huge contributions to both their host countries and countries of origin. They take jobs that local workforces cannot fill, boosting economic activity. Many are innovators and e...”

“Gender equality has a transformative effect that is essential to fully functioning communities, societies, and economies.”

“Migratory birds connect people, ecosystems, and nations. They are symbols of peace and of an interconnected planet.”

“World Migratory Bird Day is an opportunity to celebrate the great natural wonder of bird migration - but also a reminder that those patterns, and ecosystems worldwide, are threatened by clim...”

“Stateless people are hidden. During the 2011 refugee crises, it was obvious that people were fleeing Somalia and Libya - there was a lot of international attention. Statelessness goes undete...”

“As a global community, we face a choice. Do we want migration to be a source of prosperity and international solidarity, or a byword for inhumanity and social friction?”

“Empowering women and girls is the only way to protect their rights and make sure they can realise their full potential.”

“Far too often, girls are not given the space and opportunities they need to achieve their full potential.”

“Let us recommit to supporting every girl to develop her skills, enter the workforce on equal terms, and reach her full potential.”

“Global terrorism threatens every region.”

“We are making it very clear to all countries that nothing justifies terrorism. There are no political reasons that justify it; there is no cause, no grievance that justifies it. And we will...”

“Nagasaki and Hiroshima remind us to put peace first every day; to work on conflict prevention and resolution, reconciliation, and dialogue; and to tackle the roots of conflict and violence.”