Ban 'deeply saddened' by passing of Muhammad Ali, 'world champion for equality and peace'
Jun 05, 2016, at 05:54 am
New York, June 5 (Just Earth News): United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Saturday said he is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Muhammad Ali, and extended his condolences to the Ali family and the many millions of fans mourning his death in every corner of the world.
Ban praises 'mega' sport events for potential to advance peace and human rights
Feb 17, 2016, at 03:11 pm
New York, Feb 17 (Just Earth News/IBNS) While it is evident that mega sport events such as the Olympics are hugely powerful in inspiring and uniting people across the globe, their influence can extend far beyond sports and provide a platform to promote the values and objectives of the United Nations, including peace and human rights, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said on Wednesday.