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The Secretary-General must be a determined advocate for the values of tolerance and solidarity - universal values that are shared by cultures and religions around the globe.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The Secretary-General emphasizes the importance of promoting tolerance and solidarity as universal values across diverse cultures and religions.
In this quote, Antonio Guterres highlights the critical role of the Secretary-General to champion the ideals of tolerance and solidarity. These values are foundational to fostering harmony in a world filled with cultural and religious diversity, encouraging mutual respect and understanding among different communities globally.
Themes
ToleranceSolidarityValuesDiversityAdvocacy
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on international relations, one might use this quote to emphasize the need for unity among nations.
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