And it means using aid to help the poorest nations stimulate the private sector to create jobs for their people and sustainable, equitable growth for their economies".
We could build the strongest possible foundation for equitable development – for all children, for all our countries and we could use this basis for a lifetime of good growth, development, improved learning and productive capacity," he added.
Discrimination must be identified, understood, and challenged to achieve equitable development for all children.
Achieving these demands will not only help reclaim terrain and wealth lost by ordinary people, but also help put back on the agenda the idea that conscious and democratic economic management is the only way to secure equitable prosperity and growth for all.
"Responsibility for driving equitable growth and for investing in achievement of the MDG targets rests firmly with Africa's political leaders," Annan added.
Growth needs to be equitable for all of the population, rural and urban, because, even if the absolute numbers of food insecure are greater in the rural areas, there are still many people in urban areas who are malnourished and, given the linkages between the urban and rural areas, poverty and food insecurity in one will have negative effects on the other.
The ITU has said a new treaty was needed to ensure "the free flow of information around the world, promoting affordable and equitable access for all and laying the foundation for ongoing innovation and market growth".
As President Obama and the U.S. Congress wrestle with deficit reduction and seek a long-term solution for robust economic growth, I encourage them not to overlook the positive economic impact of a quality and equitable education for all students.
Ian King, BAE's chief executive, said: "This is an equitable outcome for all parties.
"Our first priority is to have a fair and equitable settlement for all the victims.
