A selection of the work and commitments of the late Kofi Annan that fell outside of the Foundations’ main projects.
The Elders condemn US refugee ban, call for global protection of vulnerable
The Elders condemn President Donald Trump’s Executive Order banning Syrian refugees and restricting migration from seven predominantly Muslim countries. They call on...Read More
The Elders welcome Paris Mideast peace conference, urge all P5 states to show leadership
This news release originally appeared on the website of The Elders. The Elders welcome the latest international conference on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict...Read More
The Elders’ statement on the death of former Iranian President Rafsanjani
This news release originally appeared on the website of The Elders. The Elders expressed their condolences at the death of Ali Akbar...Read More
Kofi Annan : Leaders must answer the tough questions in 2017
This article originally appeared on the website of The Elders, and was published on 4 January 2017 in Newsweek Europe. Leaders need...Read More
The Elders’ reflection on the US Presidential Election
The Elders’ statement on the election of Donald Trump as the 45th President of the United States. This news release originally appeared...Read More
The Elders urge all states to commit to universal, impartial International Criminal Court
The Elders statement on the International Criminal Court, following recent moves by three African countries to withdraw. This news release originally appeared on the...Read More
Statement by Kofi Annan on the Passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand
I am deeply saddened by the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. He was an enduring symbol of national unity during...Read More
The Elders call on US, UK to take action to stop civilian deaths in Yemen
Expressing shock and deep dismay over the latest incident of heavy civilian casualties in Yemen resulting from the Saudi-led aerial bombing campaign,...Read More
The Elders welcome nomination of António Guterres as next UN Secretary-General
The Elders’ statement welcoming the nomination of António Guterres, former Prime Minister of Portugal and UN High Commissioner for Refugees, as the...Read More
The Elders urge new compromise for Colombia peace deal
The Elders respect the decision of the Colombian people who have voted not to accept the peace agreement and urge Colombian leaders...Read More