Secretary-General's Message on Spanish Language Day
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres issued a statement on April 23, 2026 celebrating Spanish Language Day. The message highlights the Spanish language's role in connecting peoples across continents, preserving centuries of cultural heritage, and fostering multilateral cooperation at the United Nations. The statement promotes multilingualism as a tool for international understanding and solidarity among nations.
“Celebrating the Spanish language means celebrating a source of connection, creativity and solidarity among peoples.”
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The UN Secretary-General issued a ceremonial statement on Spanish Language Day celebrating the Spanish language as a connector of cultures, preserver of history, and tool for international cooperation. The message emphasizes multilingualism's importance within UN multilateralism and encourages solidarity among Spanish-speaking peoples worldwide.
This statement imposes no regulatory obligations, compliance requirements, or enforcement actions on any party. It serves as a cultural and diplomatic communication reinforcing the UN's commitment to linguistic diversity. No legislative, regulatory, or policy changes result from this message.
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23 April 2026
New York UN
Secretary-General's message on Spanish Language Day
Statements | António Guterres, Secretary-General
- English
Dear friends,
Today we celebrate a language that connects shores, preserves memories and brings worlds together.
The Spanish language carries with it centuries of history, immense cultural richness and the voice of hundreds of millions of people.
In its words live poetry and everyday life.
Memory and imagination.
The struggle for dignity and the hope for a better future.
At the United Nations, Spanish is a living expression of multilingualism that strengthens our work and adds depth to multilateralism.
It helps us understand better, listen more closely to one another and create opportunities for understanding in times of division.
Celebrating the Spanish language means celebrating a source of connection, creativity and solidarity among peoples.
May this language continue to unite voices and foster cooperation among nations to build a more peaceful, just and humane world.
Thank you.
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