Quotes by Kofi Annan
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Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family.
Source: The quotable Kofi Annan: selections from speeches and statements by the Secretary-General (1998) -
Drugs have destroyed many lives, but wrongheaded governmental policies have destroyed many more. I think it's obvious that after 40 years of war on drugs, it has not worked. There should be decriminalization of drugs.
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If tolerance, respect and equity permeate family life, they will translate into values that shape societies, nations and the world.
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Peace is never a perfect achievement.
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A developed country is one that allows all its citizens to enjoy a free and healthy life in a safe environment.
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Any society that does not succeed in tapping into the energy and creativity of its youth will be left behind.
Source: Twitter (2013) -
As one of my predecessors said, our objective is not to take people to heaven, but to prevent humanity from going to hell.
Source: Kofi Annan on 40 Years Trying to End War, Promote Peace at the United Nations (2012) -
Business cannot prosper in societies that fail.
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Education is a human right with immense power to transform. On its foundation rest the cornerstones of freedom, democracy and sustainable human development.
Source: Faceboek (2016) -
Education is, quite simply, peace-building by another name. It is the most effective form of defense spending there is.
Source: Faceboek (2016) -
From this vision of the role of the United Nations in the next century flow three key priorities for the future: eradicating poverty, preventing conflict and promoting democracy.
Source: Toespraak bij ontvangst Nobelprijs (2001) -
Gather the five virtues (Dignity, Confidence, Courage, Compassion, and Faith). Then you are a man.
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Gender equality is more than a goal in itself. It is a precondition for meeting the challenge of reducing poverty, promoting sustainable development and building good governance.
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Globalization is a fact of life. But I believe we have underestimated its fragility.
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Have confidence in the young people, give them a chance, and they will surprise you.
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