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SECRETARY-GENERAL’S MESSAGE ON WORLD POPULATION DAY

New York, 11 July 2022

This year’s World Population Day falls during a milestone year, when we anticipate the birth of the Earth’s eight billionth inhabitant.

This is an occasion to celebrate our diversity, recognize our common humanity, and marvel at advancements in health that have extended lifespans and dramatically reduced maternal and child mortality rates.  

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