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Some Recent Statements in Support of the Annual "OneDay" January 1st Universal Holiday

"On this Day of Peace and Sharing, the State of Kuwait joins all families in fervent prayer that peace and reconciliation be achieved where there is conflict and chaos, joy and hope where there is grief and despondency, and may there be room for benevolence in the hearts of all mankind." December 2002
His Highness Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait

"We believe that the world today direly needs, more than ever before, further rapprochement and cooperation; it needs to reject all forms of hatred and rancor, and to disseminate the values of tolerance and understanding."
H.E. Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, President of the Republic of Tunisia

"May we all work together towards a more peaceful world for our children and ourselves."
Maaouya Ould Sid'Ahmed Taya, Chief of State of Mauritania

"On the first day of the New Year we strengthen our commitment to work together for easing the problems many people on the planet face and hereby contributing to secure peace and prosperity for all."
H. E. Ferenc Madl, President of the Republic of Hungary

"I would like to add my voice in celebrating with you "One Day in Peace and Sharing". Meeting new challenges of the 21st century requires uniting and multiplying our efforts. Differences in nationalities, race, religion or background should not impede our joint action to fight violence, put an end to hunger, provide normal life and dignity for all. . . This very spirit guides Russia in its efforts to expand and advance our relations with the United States as well as other countries and international organizations."
Yuri Ushakov, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to the USA

"The world would be a much safer place should all the people embrace the idea of One Day of Peace and Sharing."
Dr. Davorin Kracun, Ambassador of Slovenia

"This important occasion is indeed a good opportunity for the human family to learn to come together in a spirit of peace, hope, and generosity."
Essa Bokarr Sey, Ambassador of the Gambia

"Our children are the future of the world. Let us raise them up in a culture of peace, dialogue, compassion, love and mutual respect." Cyrille Oguin, Ambassador of Benin

"Today, when the hot spots still remain in the world and hunger and the bitterness of losses fill houses of millions of people, and the mankind is confronted with the horror of global terrorism which knows no borders, nationalities nor mercy, it is as ever important for all countries to join their efforts to make the world a better place. . . Let all your dreams come true, and let OneDay become a good tradition worldwide."
Kanat Saudabayev, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan

". . . thank you for . . . your most valued initiative One Day of Peace and Sharing. You have our support for your blessed effort to spotlight peace. Those who do not live in peace can understand better the meaning of peace. We pray with you for peace on earth."
Rostom Al-Zoubi, Ambassador of the Syrian Arab Republic

"I would like to express my gratitude to Congressman Conyers and . . . all those who have endeavored to instill the spirit of sharing, peace and eternal brotherhood in the hearts and minds of all humans . . . The concept of a collective humanity transcends all quarrels and qualms and serves as a rallying point from which we can embark on a brighter future for all. . . Today we celebrate "One Day", in the future perhaps "One World".
Dr. Hesham el Nakib, Director, Press and Information Bureau, Embassy of Egypt

Heads of state of the following countries have personally signed a uniform pledge which reads as follows: "The country of [their nation] supports the children's special day of peace and sharing on January first each year. As a leader of my nation, I pledge to work harder than ever to build a future world that is safe for every mother's child."
Argentia, Bulgaria, Guatemala, Philippines, Honduras, Cyprus, Iceland, Mozambique, Romania, Slovenia, Ethiopa (click below to download)

Argentina	Honduras	Philippines
Bulgaria	Iceland	Romania
Guatemala	Mozambique	Slovenia

Many other nations have sent greetings or otherwise participated.

Two U.S. heads of state, President Bill Clinton and President George W. Bush have previously endorsed this international initiative for greater year-round understanding and cooperation among all nations.

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