Last Friday Paris was hit by a series of incredibly violent attacks.

Spontaneous messages of support and friendship came from our members and partners from all over the world.

In the name of UIC, I wish to express to all my personal and our collective gratitude.

Beyond Paris last week, Beirut, Russia or Ankara recently, it is our world and values which are in danger.

More than ever, our UIC values of Unity, Universality and Solidarity are a guide and a link to strongly defend all together in order to hope for peace for humanity beyond our community.

With my deepest feelings to all of you.