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Statements and Messages

25 June 2012

SG/SM/14379

Secretary-General Welcomes Conclusion of Egypt’s Presidential Election Process, Commends Egyptian People for Election’s Peaceful Atmosphere

The following statement was issued on 24 June by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon:

25 June 2012

SG/SM/14378-OBV/1119-SOC/NAR/942

On World Day, Secretary-General Says by ‘Working Together’ in Partnership Global Community Can Break Hold of Drugs, Crime on Countries, Communities, Families

Following is Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s message on the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, observed 26 June:

25 June 2012

SG/SM/14377-OBV/1118

On Day, Secretary-General Calls on States to Provide Concrete Support for Victims of Torture, to Demonstrate Unequivocal Commitment to Fight Practice, End Impunity

Following is Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s message on the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, observed 26 June:

25 June 2012

SG/SM/14376-OBV/1117

On World Day, Secretary-General Praises Outstanding Courage of Merchant Seafarers Who Continue to Ensure World's Cargo Is Delivered Amidst Formidable Peril

Following is Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s message on the Day of the Seafarer, observed 25 June:

22 June 2012

SG/SM/14375-ENV/DEV/1310

‘The Speeches Are Over. Now the Work Begins,’ Says Secretary-General, at Rio Close, Calling on World Leaders to Build on Outcome’s Sustainable Development Commitments

Following is the text of UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s statement at the close of the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20), in Rio de Janeiro, 22 June:

22 June 2012

SG/SM/14374-ENV/DEV/1309

At Zero Hunger Challenge Launch, Secretary-General Says Sustainable Development ‘Simply Not Possible’ in World Where 1 Billion People Are Hungry Every Day

Following are UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s remarks at the launch of the Zero Hunger Challenge, in Rio de Janeiro, 21 June:

22 June 2012

SG/SM/14373-ENV/DEV/1308

At Rio Event, Secretary-General Says Energy Is Most Important Tool for Bringing World to More Sustainable Path, Where All Can Live with Dignity, Prosperity

Following are UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s remarks at a gala reception for Sustainable Energy for All, in Rio de Janeiro, 21 June:

22 June 2012

SG/SM/14372-ENV/DEV/1307

‘Blue World’ of Healthy, Productive Oceans Can Boost Green Economy of Future, Play Immense Role in Sustainable Development, Says Secretary-General

Following are the remarks of UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon at a side event on Oceans, in Rio de Janeiro, 21 June:

22 June 2012

SG/SM/14371-ENV/DEV/1306

Secretary-General Says Needs of Least Developed Countries Front and Centre in Rio, Start of Process to Expand Opportunity, Dignity, Hope to Most Vulnerable

Following are UN Secretary-General Ban ki-moon’s remarks to the High-Level Side Event on Least Developed Countries, in Rio de Janeiro, 21 June:

22 June 2012

SG/SM/14370-ENV/DEV/1305

Sustainable Development Cannot Be Reached without Private Sector’s Resources, Technology, Innovation, Engagement, Says Secretary-General at Rio Event

Following are Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s remarks at the United Nations Global Compact High-level Luncheon, in Rio de Janeiro, 21 June: