Proud to have been present, among representatives of the entire world, at the historic moment when the United Nations General Assembly appointed by acclamation the former Prime Minister of Portugal, António Guterres, as the next United Nations Secretary-General, succeeding Ban Ki-moon when he stepped down on 31 December 2016.
An emotional moment for everyone present including Mr. Guterres himself, who addressed the General Assembly in English, French and Portuguese.
‘‘I have faith in the United Nations because I believe in the universal values it stands for: peace, justice, human dignity, tolerance and solidarity. Based on these values, I believe that diversity in all its forms is a tremendous asset, and not a threat; that in societies that are more and more multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-religious, diversity can bring us together, not drive us apart.”
An extract from Mr. Guterres’ speech which I found particularly resonating.
António Guterres, Secretary General of the United Nations
October 13th, 2016
The Humble Fabulist 
Wahooo. I am impressed, the Humble Fabulist. I feel the emotions from here.
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A good moment for Europe, it was! Now let’s see how we (Europeans) can help keep the UN relevant, despite the US efforts to the contrary…
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Must have been amazing to be there in person.
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A rare moment, for me. Very emotional to watch history in the making, up close. Also, happy to have a European UN SG for a change!
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Marvelous, thanks for sharing…
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You’re welcome!… It was a positive message and I think the world needs all the positive messages it can get!
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So true, enough negativity out there… Thanks again…
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