Annan’s Nobel Speech in Oslo

a. Who are the winners of the 2001 Nobel Peace Prize?
The winner of the 2001 Nobel Peace Prize is Kofi Annan.
b. Who is Kofi Annan?
Kofi Annan is the Nobel lecture by Secretary General in Oslo provided by the United Nations.
c. To what was Mr. Annan referring when he stated that the world “entered the third millennium through a gate of fire”?
He was referring to the 11th of September disaster.
d. How did he describe the 20th century?
That the politicans, the scientists and the technological power give us the chance to vanish poverty, ignorance and disesases.
e. What does Mr. Annan mean by “peace has no parade, no pantheon of victory”?
He means that peace does not have to be celebrated as a victory or a grand thing; it is only a Human Right.
h. What faiths do Mr Annan mentioned? How are they similar?
He mentions, Qur’an, the Jewish, the Christian gospel, The Hindus and the Buddhist.
i. When has conflict occurred? (Hint: look for human dignity)
Conflict has occurred, in the difference of beliefs in the different religions.
j. What are the larger aims of the United Nation? (Hint: last paragraph)
To fight poverty, prevent conflict or cure disases.
k. Why might the 2001 Nobel Prize be considered special? Aside from the three key points of poverty, conflict, and democracy addressed by the United Nations, what do you see as issues promoting or preventing peace in the world today? What examples can you offer?
It was a symbol of hope for the whole of humanity, his speech brought a thorough understanding of what the world needs today. The factors that i think might prevent peace are human greed, difference of opinions in regards to religion and war between countries.
If this prize could be awarded to one more person or organization, what person or organization should be the recipient, in your opinion? Why?
The Red Cross because they have always been around to help people in times of crises for many years and will continue to do the same for many years. They are a source that has always been relied upon.