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Quote by Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan

“It is now widely and rightly accepted that we live in a world which is more interdependent than ever before, and that problems are increasingly global in character. At the risk of stating the obvious, I would say that when governments realize that certain problems are beyond their powers, it is clear that the United Nations has an irreplaceable role to play.”

Quote by Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan

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Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan

Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan, born on January 17, 1933, and passed away on May 12, 2003. He was a member of the Aga Khan family, a prominent and respected family in the Islamic world, particularly known for its work in education, charity, and culture. The specific category of his profession is unknown. more

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