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Ban: We are the first generation that can end poverty
09.01.2015 08:02 "Agro Perspectiva" (Kyiv) —
Todays generation can be the first to end poverty and the last one that can take steps to avoid the worst impact of climate change, UN Radio says referring to the UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon report made while launching a new campaign called «time for global action» and outlining his priorities for the 2015.
It is to be admitted, «Time for global action» campaign aims to mobilize support for his new anti-poverty goals and reaching a climate agreement in 2015; the Sustainable Development Goals for 2015 and beyond aim to safeguard the planet while securing a life of peace and dignity for all.
«2015 is a year of historic opportunity. We are the first generation that can end poverty, and the last one that can take steps to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. With the adoption of a new development agenda, sustainable development goals and climate change agreement, we can set the world on course for a better future. This must be a time for global action. Future generations will judge us harshly if we fail to meet our obligation,» Mr. Ban said.
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