This evening at Government House Wellington, Dame Cindy hosted a reception for the United Nations Association of New Zealand, celebrating the 80th anniversary of the signing of the United Nations Charter. The evening was attended by members of the Diplomatic Corps, and included a spectacular performance by the Hiwa Crew and presentations by UN youth representatives.
In Her Excellency's speech during formalities, Dame Cindy spoke of her hope for the future: 'I am above all inspired by those young people I meet, filled with such energy and optimism, who so clearly see that we are bound together: that our society’s wellbeing, and the wellbeing of our planet, are contingent on the wellbeing of us all.'
You can find more images from the event in the image gallery for the reception for the 80th anniversary of the signing of the United Nations Charter, and read Dame Cindy's full speech via Her Excellency's speech at the reception for the 80th anniversary of the signing of the United Nations Charter.