South Sudan: UN Chief Congratulates Nation On First Anniversary Since Independence

9 July 2012

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today extended his best wishes and congratulated the people of South Sudan on the first anniversary of their country's independence.

"I extend my warmest greetings and best wishes to the Republic of South Sudan on the first anniversary of its independence. I had the honour of attending the independence ceremonies last in year in Juba, and was deeply impressed by the country's commitment to peace," Mr. Ban said in a message.

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