Proclamation 10657-United Nations Day, 2023
Issued 2023-10-23 by Joseph R. Biden Jr.
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Proclamation 10657 designates October 24, 2023 as United Nations Day, marking the 78th anniversary of the entry into force of the United Nations Charter in 1945. The proclamation reaffirms U.S. commitment to multilateralism and the principles of the UN Charter — including the peaceful resolution of disputes, respect for national sovereignty, and the promotion of human rights — and calls on Americans to recognize the importance of international cooperation in addressing shared global challenges.
This proclamation is directed at those engaged in diplomacy, international affairs, and global development, as well as the general public. It does not create new foreign policy directives or alter U.S. obligations under international law. Its purpose is symbolic, expressing the President's commitment to multilateral engagement.
Ceremonial proclamations marking United Nations Day are a standard presidential practice. This proclamation carries no binding legal effect and requires no congressional approval.
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Constitutional Analysis
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This proclamation designates "Proclamation 10657-United Nations Day, 2023" — a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to united nations. Presidents have issued ceremonial proclamations since George Washington, and they fall squarely within the executive tradition. They do not create new law, direct federal spending, or impose legal obligations on citizens.
Ceremonial proclamations like this one are purely declaratory. They express the sentiment of the President on behalf of the nation, drawing public awareness to causes or communities. They require no congressional approval and face no constitutional challenges.
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