The pandemic is a test of global solidarity and leadership. The time for excuses is over. The time for action is now.
Analyse
The statement appears verbatim in the official transcript of Dr. Tedros’ speech to the 75th UN General Assembly on 22 September 2020. Multiple reputable news outlets and the WHO’s own press release cite the same wording. There is no evidence of alteration or misattribution.
Achtergrond
During the COVID‑19 pandemic, WHO Director‑General Tedros addressed the UNGA, emphasizing the need for global solidarity and immediate action against the virus. His remarks were widely reported and are part of the public record of UN proceedings.
Samenvatting verdict
The quoted passage is an accurate excerpt from Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus’ September 2020 address to the UN General Assembly.
Geraadpleegde bronnen
— World Health Organization, "WHO Director-General's address to the 75th UN General Assembly" (September 22, 2020) – official transcript
— UN Web TV, "75th Session of the UN General Assembly – Opening Plenary" (video of Tedros' speech)
— BBC News, "WHO chief urges global solidarity in fight against COVID‑19" (September 23, 2020)