With the start of the New Year, the U.N. is also starting off anew with a brand new leader. I must admit that having a new leader represent and lead the world in international affairs is like getting a new Pope for me. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon from S. Korea has a daunting task ahead of head in many regions of the world. He is scheduled to visit parts of Africa along with the Middle East. I would encourage him to spend more time in Africa as parts of it are in need of badly needed help.
He stated in a press conference that “As the secretary-general, at the same time, while I am firmly against impunity, I also hope that members of the international community should pay due regard to all aspects of international humanitarian laws. During my entire tenure, I’ll try my best to help member states, (the) international community, to strengthen the rule of law.”
This year will prove to be a difficult year for him as many parts of the world are in need of either humanitarian assistance or diplomacy negotiations.
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