A selection of the work and commitments of the late Kofi Annan that fell outside of the Foundations’ main projects.
The Elders welcome the Iranian nuclear agreement
Praising the persistence and commitment shown, The Elders urge all sides to implement fully the nuclear deal, which could bring “significant improvement...Read More
Elders Statement on Migration
The Elders call on EU leaders meeting today and Friday to take a humane approach to the migrants crisis, arguing that member...Read More
Fondation pour Genève
Let me start by thanking the authorities and people of Lugano for your warm reception. This is an enchanting city and I...Read More
“Laudato Si”
Statement by Kofi Annan, Chair of the Kofi Annan Foundation and Africa Progress Panel, in support of the Encyclical on climate change...Read More
The Elders conclude three-day visit to Moscow
Led by Kofi Annan, The Elders held talks on a wide range of geopolitical issues, including Ukraine, Syria and Iran, with President Putin, Foreign Minister Lavrov, former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev, and other Russian officials.
The Elders in Russia
Kofi Annan leads a delegation of The Elders to discuss Syria, Iran and other current issues with President Putin.
Iran Nuclear Agreement
The Elders welcome Iran nuclear agreement and urge greater cooperation across Middle East The Elders congratulate the leaders of Iran and the...Read More
Kofi Annan on Ukraine
Recent military actions in Ukraine have revealed the fragility of the current ceasefire. Kofi Annan has called for all combatants in and...Read More
The end of the Middle East as we know it?
Munich Security Conference 2015, opening Remarks by Kofi Annan. No region today better illustrates the central theme of this year’s Munich Security...Read More
Kofi Annan remarks at the Opening of the Ted Sorensen Centre for International Peace and Justice
Thank you ladies and gentlemen for that warm welcome. It is a privilege and a pleasure to be able to join you...Read More