               United Nations                                                                  S/RES/2324 (2016)
               Security Council                                                Distr.: General
                                                                               14 December 2016




               Resolution 2324 (2016)
               Adopted by the Security Council at its 7836th meeting, on
               14 December 2016

                    The Security Council,
                     Recognizing the central role that Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has played
               in guiding the Organization in the discharge of his responsibilities under the Charter
               of the United Nations,
                     Further recognizing his sustained efforts towards finding just and lasting
               solutions to various disputes and conflicts around the globe,
                    Commending the reforms that he has initiated and the many proposals that he
               has made on the restructuring and strengthening of the role and function ing of the
               United Nations system,
                     1.    Acknowledges the contribution of Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to
               international peace, security and development, his exceptional efforts to solve
               international problems in economic, social, environmental and cultural f ields, as
               well as his endeavours to meet humanitarian needs and to promote and encourage
               respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms for all;
                    2.    Expresses its deep appreciation to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for
               his dedication to the purposes and principles enshrined in the Charter and to the
               development of friendly relations among nations.




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