Vacheron Constantin Celebrate the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

It was on December 10th, 1948, that the General Assembly of the United Nations adopted and proclaimed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

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Vacheron Constantin at the Vatican

To commemorate this historic event, on Wednesday, December 10th, 2008, Vacheron Constantin – the world's oldest watchmaking manufacture without interruption since 1755, represented by CEO Juan-Carlos Torres – had the unique honour and privilege to organise for and at the Vatican an exceptional classical concert in the presence of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI.

Also in attendance were Mr. Giorgio Napolitano, President of the Italian Republic, Dr. Juan Somavia, Director-General of the International Labour Organisation, Mr. Jacques Diouf, Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations, and HRH The Grand Duke of Luxembourg.

On this occasion and after the concert, Mr. Cornelio Sommaruga, Swiss humanitarian, diplomat and President of the International Committee of the Red Cross from 1987 to 1999 was awarded the Cardinal Van Thuam Prize 2008 in acknowledgement of his outstanding contributions to justice and peace in the world.

The two events were held in the vast Aula Paulo VI of the Vatican. Close to 7,000 distinguished guests were in attendance.