World’s poorest deserve special attention amid global crises, says Ban

23 September 2009 – At a time of multiple global crises, including those related to finances, food and flu, the poorest and most vulnerable deserve special attention by the international community, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon told world leaders gathered at the United Nations today. - World’s poorest deserve special attention amid global crises, says Ban

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