“There are five principles which I believe are essential for the future conduct of international relations: collective responsibility, global solidarity, the rule of law, mutual accountability, and multilateralism… Much remains to be done to put those five principles into practice.”

Kofi Annan, final address as UN Secretary-General, December 2006

Latest Work

Agriculture and Food Security has dominated Kofi Annan’s work over the past few months where he has advocated support for the development of smallholder farmers with the backing of governments, bilateral and multilateral agencies, philanthropic partners and the private sector.

Sustainable Development

Latest: ITU Interview with Kofi Annan

Interview with former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, Founder and Chairman, Kofi Annan Foundation.

Peace & Security

Latest: Statement by H.E. Mr. Kofi Annan, former Secretary-General of the United Nations, at the Forum on Political Participation in Bogota (28-30 April 2013).

This is your country too and your voices should be heard.

 

Human Rights & the Rule of Law

Latest: Statement by H.E. Kofi Annan, Chair of the AU Panel of Eminent African Personalities, on conclusion of the Panel’s visit to Kenya

Over the last three days, President Mkapa and I have held a series of constructive meetings with members of the Government and key national agencies. We have listened intently and we have noted the concerns and challenges expressed.