منصة وسائل الإعلام المشاهير تبث الأخبار يوم الاثنين باللغة العربية
名人媒体平台星期二使用中文播报新闻
The celebrity media platform broadcasts news on Wednesday in English
La plateforme médiatique des célébrités diffuse les nouvelles le jeudi en français
Медийная платформа знаменитостей вещает новости в пятницу на русском языке
La plataforma de medios de celebridades transmite noticias el sábado en español
Strong UN Better World！ 联合国强大 世界更美好！
María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés 女士在国际和平研究所就任第73届联合国大会主席前的发言
تصريحات السيدة ماريا فرناندا إسبينوسا غارسيس في معهد السلام الدولي قبل توليها منصب رئيسة الدورة الثالثة والسبعين للجمعية العامة للأمم المتحدة
Ms. María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés’ remarks before taking office as 73rd UNGA President At IPI
Déclaration de Mme María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés avant sa prise de fonctions en tant que Présidente de la 73e session de l’Assemblée générale des Nations Unies à l’IPI
Выступление г-жи Марии Фернанды Эспиносы Гарсес в IPI перед вступлением в должность Председателя 73-й сессии Генеральной Ассамблеи ООН
Declaraciones de la Sra. María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés antes de asumir el cargo de Presidenta del 73.º período de sesiones de la Asamblea General de las Naciones Unidas en el IPI
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Celebrity Media Editor’s Note: Stepping into the Diplomatic Lounge on the second floor of the United Nations Headquarters in New York, the first thing people see is a massive Chinese tapestry of the Great Wall covering an entire wall. It was a gift from the Chinese government to the United Nations in 1974, with its grand composition displaying the majestic view of the winding Great Wall. The tapestry is not only a masterpiece of art but also symbolizes the resilience and guardianship of Chinese civilization, echoing the UN’s mission to safeguard world peace.
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UN Second Floor Diplomatic Lounge: A “World Museum” Built by the Great Wall Tapestry and the Art Gallery
This Great Wall tapestry sets a solemn and profound tone for the lounge. Diplomats, while resting or conversing here, are often captivated by its awe-inspiring presence, sparking dialogues that bridge cultures and histories. It is not only an object of artistic appreciation but also an opportunity for civilizational exchange.
Looking around the entire second floor, from the lounge to the connected corridor, the space resembles a “living museum.” On both sides of the walls are artworks donated by countries from around the world: African wood carvings, European oil paintings, Latin American murals, Asian calligraphy and ink paintings—each carrying a unique cultural imprint. These works, together with the Great Wall tapestry, create a stage for diverse civilizations.
The corridor also displays images and historical records that capture significant UN moments: Security Council meetings during the Cold War, snapshots of peacekeeping operations… making this not just a space for work and rest, but a three-dimensional historical scroll.
It is in such an atmosphere that the image of the UN as a “home of the world” takes form. The juxtaposition of the Great Wall tapestry and diverse artworks reminds us that only through dialogue, understanding, and cooperation can the international community build a Great Wall that safeguards peace together.
Celebrity Media Commentator: On this day twenty-two years ago, August 19, 2003, the Canal Hotel in Baghdad was struck by a terrorist attack. Twenty-two of our UN colleagues in Iraq lost their lives, including the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Sérgio Vieira de Mello. This bombing not only shocked Iraq but also became one of the most painful memories in United Nations history.
At the commemoration held at United Nations Headquarters in New York, Deputy Secretary-General Atul Khare spoke with deep respect. He emphasized that the Canal Hotel was not only the UN’s mission base in Iraq but also a symbol of its presence and purpose. The attack happened precisely because it represented peace, dignity, and justice. He urged: “Today, as we lay the wreaths, let it be our pledge: we will not forget, we will carry on their legacy.”
Iraq’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Lukman Al-Faily, spoke with deep emotion. He recalled the tragedy of that day and noted that six years later, on the same date, Iraq’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs was again targeted by terrorists, killing 47 people. He said: “Terrorism is the common enemy of all humanity. Iraq will steadfastly stand alongside the international community, support humanitarian efforts, and fight against terror and violence.” His words expressed Iraq’s gratitude to the UN while revealing its yearning for lasting peace.
Meanwhile, Abdul Al-Rashid, representing the Security Council, shifted the focus to the present. He pointed out that this year has become the most dangerous so far for UN humanitarian workers, with 380 attacks leading to more than 120 aid workers killed. Nearly two-thirds of them lost their lives in Gaza, and UNRWA alone has lost 243 staff members. He asked gravely: “How can those responsible for the deaths of aid workers and civilians continue to go unpunished?” His words were not only a condemnation of terrorists but also a challenge to the international community.
We believe these three speakers, from different perspectives, revealed a common theme: remembrance belongs not only to the past but also to the future. The Deputy Secretary-General emphasized the UN’s values and commitment, the Iraqi Ambassador expressed the suffering and resilience of the victimized nation, while Al-Rashid highlighted today’s urgent concern for humanitarian workers’ safety. Together, they painted a vivid picture of the international community confronting the challenge of terrorism.
UN Secretary-General Spokesperson: Stéphane Dujarric de la Rivière
However, it is heartbreaking that terrorist attacks have not diminished over time, but in some regions have even worsened. Commemoration cannot remain at the ceremonial level alone; it cannot answer the sacrifice of the victims. True remembrance must be action: strengthening protection for humanitarian personnel, ensuring international law and accountability mechanisms are enforced, and preventing humanitarian work from becoming a casualty of violence.
As flowers were laid and silence observed, Celebrity Media joins all participants in underscoring: to carry on their legacy is not only mourning but also responsibility. Each life lost reminds the international community that peace and dignity are not abstract words, but commitments written with the lives of generations of dedicated people. True remembrance is to ensure their unfinished mission continues today.
