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SECRETARY-GENERAL'S MESSAGE ON OCCASION OF UNITED NATIONS DAY
Posting Date: 10/20/89 Copyright UNITEX Communications, 1989
UNITEX Network, USA ISSN: 1043-7932
Following is the text of a message by Secretary-General Javier
Perez de Cuellar on the occasion of United Nations Day (24
October):
As we observe United Nations Day this year, there are growing
signs that international relations may be entering a new and
more positive era. As rarely before, nations are now
recognizing that they must address international problems
multilaterally, through consultation and compromise. And,
increasingly, they are turning to the United Nations.
At such a time, it is encouraging that the search for the bases
of peace between the most powerful nations is also finding
practical expression within the world Organization. There is a
growing determination on their part to work together with the
other members of the Security Council and, indeed, with the
membership of the Organization as a whole, for the resolution of
certain long-standing disputes. Moreover, the dangers of the
new generation of global problems, such as the degradation of
the environment and drug abuse, have compelled all nations to
realize that solutions can only be found through collective
action.
There is, however, no reason for complacency. Conflicts still
persist in many parts of the globe. The build-up of arms has
not ceased. Far too many people still live in absolute poverty
without adequate food or shelter and face discrimination on
grounds of race, religion, sex or political belief. We are a
long way from achieving universal respect for human rights. All
this demands our commitment and our action.
As we approach the final decade of the century, we have the
immense responsibility and also the possibility of ensuring that
future generations live in a peaceful and secure planet. I see
signs of a new commitment on the part of the people of the world
to act together towards this goal. The United Nations can and
will make a vital contribution to this common endeavour.
For all the dangers and difficulties, the time is therefore full
of hope. Let the ideals and vision of the Charter guide us as
we transform hope into commitment and commitment into the
achievement of peace, dignity and economic and social progress
for every man, woman and child on earth.
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