UN Chief Lauds Former President Jimmy Carter as “Peacemaker, Human Rights Champion”
United Nations, December 30, 2024 – UN Secretary-General António Guterres has paid tribute to former United States President Jimmy Carter, calling him a “peacemaker, human rights champion, and tireless advocate for global health.”
Carter, who served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981, has dedicated his post-presidential life to humanitarian and diplomatic work through the Carter Center, founded in 1982.
“President Carter has tirelessly dedicated his life to making the world a more just and equitable place,” Guterres said in a statement. “His unwavering commitment to peace, human rights, and public health has left an enduring legacy.”
The UN chief highlighted Carter’s mediation efforts in resolving conflicts worldwide, including his pivotal role in negotiating the Camp David Accords between Israel and Egypt in 1978. He also lauded Carter’s work in promoting democracy and human rights, especially through his monitoring of elections in over 100 countries.
Guterres praised Carter’s leadership in global health, particularly his efforts to eradicate Guinea worm disease and eliminate lymphatic filariasis. He also noted Carter’s advocacy for mental health and his efforts to promote understanding between different cultures.
“President Carter’s legacy will continue to inspire generations to come,” Guterres concluded. “May he continue to serve as an example of the transformative power of human action and the unwavering pursuit of a more peaceful and just world.”
Over the years, Carter has been recognized for his humanitarian efforts with numerous awards, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 for his “untiring efforts to find peaceful solutions to international conflicts, to advance democracy and human rights, and to promote economic and social development.”
In response to the UN Secretary-General’s statement, President Carter expressed his gratitude and reaffirmed his commitment to peace and human rights. “I am deeply honored by the acknowledgment of the United Nations,” he said. “My life has been dedicated to promoting peace and understanding among all nations and peoples. I will continue to work tirelessly for the betterment of humanity.”
Carter’s legacy as a peacemaker and human rights champion serves as a reminder of the profound impact that individuals can have in shaping a more just and peaceful world.
UN chief hails ‘peacemaker, human rights champion’, former President Jimmy Carter
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