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UN Chief Stresses Countries Must Uphold Charter Principles

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29 Jan 2026 - 09:34
The Kabul Tribune (KT) - Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, emphasized that the purposes and principles of the UN Charter are not optional, and all countries are obligated to uphold them.

In a post on X, Guterres wrote that all nations must resolve disputes peacefully, safeguard human rights and human dignity, and act in accordance with international law. He stressed that adherence to principles such as the right to self-determination of peoples and the sovereign equality of states is a core part of the international order.

Guterres has previously highlighted that the UN Charter forms the foundation of international relations and serves as the cornerstone for peace, sustainable development, and the protection of human rights. According to him, full and faithful compliance with the Charter by all countries is essential to maintaining global peace and security.