Anna Lindh

To properly reflect the changes of the world and of the UN, with its growing number of member states, we would like to see an enlargement of the SC that gives room for new members, not least developing countries. ”

Regional exchange can be a source of growth and development, and of enhancing good governance. ”

States have the responsibility to create rules and conditions for growth and development, and to channel the benefits to all citizens by providing education and making people able to participate in the economies, and in decision-making. ”

The conflict in the Middle East needs to be solved for the same reasons. It is necessary to reach a two-states solution, built on international law, for sustainable peace and development, and it can only be achieved through joint efforts by the international community. ”

Terrorism can never be accepted. We must fight it together, with methods that do not compromise our respect for the rule of law and human rights, or are used as an excuse for others to do so. ”

Poverty must be reduced not only for reasons of moral and justice, but also of security. ”

Human rights are praised more than ever - and violated as much as ever. ”

Global markets must be balanced by global values such as respect for human rights and international law, democracy, security and sustainable economic and environmental development. ”

The WTO has one of the most impressive records in global economic governance, by promoting trade liberalisation and economic development. ”

We need a reform of the Security Council. It must be perceived as truly representative by all the 191 member states, to uphold the credibility and legitimacy of the UN as the main political arena. ”