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UN PhotoGeneral Assembly: Informal meeting of the plenary to observe Nelson Mandela International Day, 78th session
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In recognition of the former South African President's contribution to the culture of peace and freedom, UN General Assembly declares 18 July "Nelson Mandela International Day". Resolution A/RES/64/13 recognizes Mandela's values and his dedication to the service of humanity in: conflict resolution; race relations; promotion and protection of human rights; reconciliation; gender equality and the rights of children and other vulnerable groups; the fight against poverty; the promotion of social justice.
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• Opening remarks by H.E. Mr. Dennis Francis, President of the General Assembly
• Statement by H.E. Mr. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations
• Keynote
• Statement on behalf of the African States
• Statement on behalf of the Asia-Pacific States
• Statement on behalf of the Eastern European States
• Statement on behalf of the Latin American and Caribbean States
• Statement on behalf of the Western European and other States; and United States (as host country).
The resolution A/RES/64/13 acknowledges the contribution of Nelson Mandela to the struggle for democracy internationally and the promotion of a culture of peace throughout
View moreView less• Statement by H.E. Mr. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations
• Keynote
• Statement on behalf of the African States
• Statement on behalf of the Asia-Pacific States
• Statement on behalf of the Eastern European States
• Statement on behalf of the Latin American and Caribbean States
• Statement on behalf of the Western European and other States; and United States (as host country).
The resolution A/RES/64/13 acknowledges the contribution of Nelson Mandela to the struggle for democracy internationally and the promotion of a culture of peace throughout