UN Secretary General conveys best wishes to President, Georgian people on Independence day

António Guterres, the United Nations Secretary General, on Monday congratulated the Georgian President and the Georgian people on the occasion of Independence Day.

In his statement, Guterres noted that national celebrations also offered moments to reflect on shared global challenges and highlighted the Pact for the Future in strengthening multilateralism, advanceding peace, sustainable development and human rights for all.

“Excellency, I extend my greetings on the occasion of Independence Day. National celebrations also offer moments to reflect on shared global challenges. The international community faces a glowing list of tests that require multilateral solutions - from the climate crisis, to conflicts, to rising inequalities”, Guterres said.

“This is precisely the spirit of the Pact for the Future. Adopted last year by the United Nations General Assembly, this landmark measure is rooted in the imperative to strengthen multilateralism and advanced peace, sustainable development and human rights for all. Once again I am pleased to convey my best wishes to the people of Georgia on this special day. Please accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration”, he concluded.