|
UN Secretary General congratulates
Ghana on occasion of Independence
Accra, March 5, Ghanadot/GNA – The Secretary General of the
United Nation, Ban Ki-Moon on Wednesday sent a
congratulatory message to President John Agyekum Kufuor on
the occasion of Ghana’s 51st Independence celebration which
falls on Thursday March 6.
A statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said,
Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon wished to extend to President
John Agyekum Kufuor, the government and the people of Ghana
his warmest congratulations on the historic occasion.
Mr. Ban Ki-Moon stated: “in the face of emerging global
challenges, the United Nations is in greater demand than
ever before in its history, working with member states, I am
determined to achieve progress on the pressing issues of our
time, step by step, by building results along the way.
“Even as we address the complex problems prevailing today,
we must never lose sight of the founding principles
enshrined in the United Nations Charter, which called for
the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and
integrity in the organizations work. I am committed to
fostering a culture of ethics and accountability at the
United Nations to show that we are fully answerable to all
member states and to the general public.
“Aware of the high expectations the world has for the United
Nations, I will exert my utmost efforts to realize this
vision of effectiveness and efficiency in all of our
endeavours, enhancing our ability to deliver on shared
priorities. As my colleagues and I pursue this mission, it
is heartening to know that the United Nations can count on
the guidance, commitment and support of Ghana.
GNA
|
