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Statements and Messages

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/14380-SC/10684

In Security Council, Secretary-General Describes ‘Appalling’ Violence Directed at Civilians in Conflict, Says ‘Too Many People Are Dying, in Too Many Places’

Following are UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s remarks to the Security Council open debate on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, 25 June:

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/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:

25 June 2012

SG/SM/14381-OBV/1120

In Face of World’s Challenges, Dedicated Public Servants Work Hard to Ensure People’s Needs Are Met with Care, Respect, Dignity, Says Secretary-General

Following is UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s message on United Nations Public Service Day, observed 23 June:

22 June 2012

SG/SM/14365-OBV/1116

On World Day, Secretary-General Calls for End to Discrimination against Widows - in Laws, Policies, Practices - So They Can Enjoy 'Their Full Human Rights'

Following is Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s message on International Widow’s Day, observed 23 June:

22 June 2012

SG/SM/14369-ENV/DEV/1304

Rio Corporate Sustainability Forum Demonstrated Business 'Able and Willing' to Be Part of Solution to Serious Global Challenges, Says Secretary-General

Following are Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s remarks at a United Nations Global Compact Board Meeting, 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/14368-ENV/DEV/1303

Secretary General Says Young People ‘Leaders of Today,’ World Must Tap into Their Enormous Energy, Ideas, Potential to Help Build Sustainable Future, at Rio Event

Following are Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s remarks at MDG Advocates high-level event “Sustainable Futures: Accelerating Progress on the MDG’s Through Youth Innovations,” 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: