Obama: US Can Not Solve Global Problems Alone
By VOA News
23 September 2009
President Barack Obama addresses the United Nations General Assembly, New York, 23 Sep 2009
President Barack Obama says the United States can not solve global problems alone and is calling for "a new era of engagement" around the world.
The U.S. leader made the remarks during his maiden address at the annual United Nations General Assembly which opened in New York city on Wednesday.
Mr. Obama vowed to "act boldly" for justice and prosperity at home and abroad. But, he added, all nations must take their share of responsibility for global responses to pressing global problems, including poverty, climate change, the economy and nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament.
President Obama told the leaders of the 192-member states that America is doing its part. He noted U.S. actions to end the war in Iraq, prohibit torture, and provide development aid to countries including Afghanistan and Pakistan.
He said countries that that do not live up to their nuclear non-proliferation obligations, such as Iran and North Korea, must face consequences.
President Obama also vowed to seek lasting peace in between Israel, Palestine, and the Arab world. He also promised to work for lasting peace in countries such as Sudan, Haiti, Congo and East Timor.
President Obama called on nations to move together on climate change, saying all nations share a "common future."
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