In a video message to a high-level event marking the 75th anniversary of the Declaration, Mr. Guterres recalled that the landmark document presented a “beacon of hope” for humanity and a blueprint for fundamental freedoms.
“As we celebrate this 75th anniversary, I call on every Member State to use this opportunity, and the Summit of the Future next year, to strengthen their commitment to the values and principles of the Universal Declaration,” he urged.
“Let us strive to uphold and promote human rights, freedom and equality – for all. Together, we can realize the promise of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights,” he said.