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9 December 2019

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On International Day, Secretary-General Calls for United Front, Innovative Solutions to Stem Corruption, Illicit Flow of Trillions

Following is UN Secretary‑General António Guterres’ message for International Anti‑Corruption Day, observed today:

3 December 2019

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Marking International Day, Secretary-General Urges Worldwide Support, Protection of Young People Fighting for Human Rights

Following is UN Secretary‑General António Guterres’ message for Human Rights Day with the theme: “Youth standing up for human rights”, observed on 10 December:

3 December 2019

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Secretary-General, Marking International Day, Highlights Volunteers Making World More Inclusive for People Left Farthest Behind

Following is UN Secretary‑General António Guterres’ message for International Volunteer Day, observed on 5 December:

2 December 2019

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More Resources Needed to Protect Life-Essential Plant Health Threatened by Climate Crisis, Says Secretary-General in Message for International Year Launch

Following is UN Secretary‑General António Guterres’ message for the launch of the International Year of Plant Health, in Rome today:

27 November 2019

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Thinking Middle East Conflict Can Be Managed or Contained ‘A Dangerous Illusion’, Warns Secretary-General in Observing Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People

Following is UN Secretary‑General António Guterres’ message for the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, observed on 29 November:

25 November 2019

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In Message for International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Secretary-General Says United Nations Committed to Leading by Example with Inclusion Strategy

Following is UN Secretary‑General António Guterres’ message for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, observed on 3 December:

25 November 2019

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Marking International Day, Secretary-General Urges International Community to Promote Women’s Rights, Take Stand against Sexual Violence, Misogyny

Following is the text of UN Secretary‑General António Guterres’ video message for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, observed on 25 November: