Roza Otunbayeva, the UN Secretary-General\u2019s Special Representative for Afghanistan, marked the 80th anniversary of the United Nations by stressing the organisation\u2019s continued commitment to supporting the people of Afghanistan, and described the resilience and determination of Afghans as a source of hope and inspiration.<\/p>\n
In a video message on Oct. 24, she said the United Nations was founded after devastating wars with the aim of building peace through dialogue, cooperation and humanity. Afghanistan has been a member of the organisation since 1946, and the UN has stood with the Afghan people through periods of war, crisis and opportunity.<\/p>\n
According to Fatima, the UN and its partners have been active in supporting Afghanistan\u2019s vulnerable communities against natural disasters, drought, displacement and humanitarian crises. She praised the efforts of women, men, young people, community elders, teachers, health workers and humanitarian activists who continue to serve the people despite difficult conditions.<\/p>\n
Announcing the start of her mission in Afghanistan, she said with respect for the country\u2019s people, culture and rich heritage that she is committed to listening to their demands and working alongside them. The UN special envoy acknowledged that Afghanistan faces major challenges, but said the capabilities and talent of its people are greater than those difficulties.<\/p>\n
Fatima said the United Nations will continue to support the people of Afghanistan so that human dignity is protected, better opportunities are created and the lives of Afghans are improved. She ended her message with the words, \u201cAfghanistan\u2019s future belongs to its people,\u201d and noted that the UN will remain an engaged partner in building that future.<\/p>\n
October 24 is observed each year as United Nations Day, marking the date in 1945 when the organisation\u2019s charter came into force.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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