Press Release

100-Day Countdown to the International Day of Peace

13 June 2025

Message of UN Secretary-General António Guterres

On 21 September, the world unites for the International Day of Peace. This year’s call: “Act Now for a Peaceful World”.

Peace can’t wait – and it starts with us. 

We all have the power to help silence guns, build bridges and plant the seeds of lasting change.

As we launch the 100-day countdown to Peace Day, let’s do our part to forge a more peaceful world.

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For more information and resources at the following link: https://www.un.org/en/observances/international-day-peace

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