Businesses succeed when societies themselves succeed. When countries are affected by violence and the absence of the rule of law, business can and must be a messenger of peace. Ban Ki-moon absenceaffectbusiness Change image and share on social
Pacific Islands are among those that contribute least to global warming, yet suffer most. Ban Ki-moon contributeglobalisland Change image and share on social
When food prices surge, poor families suddenly find themselves unable to afford enough nutritious food. If this happens during the first thousand days of a child's life, the damage to his or her body and mind can be permanent. Ban Ki-moon affordbodychild share on social
When I was six, the Korean War broke out, and all the classrooms were destroyed by war. We studied under the trees or in whatever buildings were left. Ban Ki-moon breakbuildingclassroom Change image and share on social
Women hold up more than half the sky and represent much of the world's unrealized potential. They are the educators. They raise the children. They hold families together and increasingly drive economies. They are natural leaders. We need their full engagement... in government, business and civil society. Ban Ki-moon businesschildcivil share on social
Although more than 500 million maritime containers move around the world each year, accounting for 90 per cent of international trade, only 2 per cent are inspected. Strengthening customs and immigration systems is essential. Ban Ki-moon accountcentcontainer share on social
The Czech Republic is a dynamic United Nations Member State, active on the Human Rights Council, contributing to the peaceful settlement of disputes, and helping other countries to achieve a democratic transition. Ban Ki-moon achieveactivecontribute share on social
Nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation are not utopian ideals. They are critical to global peace and security. Ban Ki-moon criticaldisarmamentglobal Change image and share on social
Sustainable development is the pathway to the future we want for all. It offers a framework to generate economic growth, achieve social justice, exercise environmental stewardship and strengthen governance. Ban Ki-moon achievedevelopmenteconomic share on social
The true measure of success for the U.N. is not how much we promise, but how much we deliver for those who need us most. Ban Ki-moon delivermeasurepromise Change image and share on social