Dear Brothers, I thank you most sincerely for all the love and work with which you have supported me in my ministry and I ask pardon for all my defects.

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"Chad, thank you for your love for your country, the dedication to your country and your love for life, " a woman said.

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Again, thank you very much for your leadership, and your love and support for the United Nations and for me as Secretary-General.

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