Kofi Annan former Secretary General of the United Nations and President of the Global Humanitarian Forum, is seen during the Cannes Lions 2009, 56th International Advertising Festival in Cannes, southern France, Friday, June 26, 2009. The Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival is a world's meeting place for professionals in the communications industry. AP Photo logo AP Photo 7 months ago

Kofi Annan former Secretary General of the United Nations and President of the Global Humanitarian Forum, is seen during the Cannes Lions 2009, 56th International Advertising Festival in Cannes, southern France, Friday, June 26, 2009. The Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival is a world's meeting place for professionals in the communications industry.

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