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24 Jul 2009

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United Nations

United Nations Global Compact Making Critical Contribution to Advancing Organization's Agenda, Says Secretary-General In Message To Its Board

The integrity of the Compact is another paramount concern. I rely on the Board for guidance about ensuring the accountability of participant engagement. The Compact is voluntary in nature, providing a forum for learning and dialogue to advance United Nations goals. It was never meant to be a sanction-based initiative, which I understand might be a disappointment to some. I trust you will work together to ensure that the accountability of the Compact is consistent with its mandate and resources.