Global solidarity ‘starts now’The Secretary-General highlighted the need for global solidarity, collective action, commitment, and mutual trust, “now more than ever”. Before ringing the peace bell, he invited those in attendance to observe a moment of silence “to reflect on the meaning and necessity of peace”. Solidarity neededGeneral Assembly President Csaba Kőrösi recalled that the peace bell was created with coins donated from 60 countries in 1954. “We need the same sense of solidarity today to ensure that our work here is relevant and impactful,” he said. Racism threatens global peace, weakens social ties, and renders countries more vulnerable to climate change, conflicts and other crises.

Source: Daily Nation September 19, 2022 04:29 UTC