經典名人英語演講稿02：英國女王伊麗莎白2009年圣誕致辭mp3
2. Christmas Greeting from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
2. 英國女王伊麗莎白2009年圣誕致辭
Each year that passes seems to have its own character. Some leave us with a feeling of satisfaction, others are best forgotten. 2009 was a difficult year for many, in particular those facing the continuing effects of the economic downturn.
過去的每年似乎都各具特點。一些年份讓我們心滿意足，一些年份則最好忘卻。 2009年，對很多人來說都不好過，尤其是那些深受經濟衰退之苦的人們。
I am sure that we have all been affected by events in Afghanistan and saddened by the casualties suffered by our forces serving there. our thoughts go out to their relations and friends who have shown immense dignity in the face of great Personal loss.
我相信，我們所有人都受到阿富汗戰事影響，為英軍士兵傷亡感到悲傷。我們向這些士兵的家人和朋友表示慰問，他們面對巨大個人損失表現得無比高尚。
But, we can be proud of the positive contribution that our servicemen and women are making, in conjunction with our allies.
但我們應該為我們的士兵與盟友作出的積極貢獻而感到驕傲。
Well over 13,000 soldiers from the Unite Kingdom, and across the Commonwealth-Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Singapore-are currently serving in Afghanistan.
英國和包括加拿大、澳大利亞、新西蘭和新加坡在內的英聯邦國家眼下共有超過13萬名士兵在阿富汗服役。
The debt of gratitude owed to these young men and women, and to their predecessors, is indeed profound.
我們對這些年輕士兵以及先前在阿富汗服役過的士兵表示深深感激。
It is 60 years since the Commonwealth was created and today, with more than a billion of its members under the age of 25 the organisation remains a strong and practical force for good.
今年是英聯邦成立60周年，今天其成員國25歲以下人口超過10億，為它保持長久的強大和實用提供了力量源泉。
Recently I attended the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Trinidad and Tobago and heard how important the Commonwealth is to young people.
最近我剛剛參加了在特立尼達和多巴哥舉行的英聯邦政府首腦會議，聽到聯邦對年輕人是多么重要。
New communication technologies allow them to reach out to the wider world and share their experiences and viewpoints. For many, the practical assistance and networks of the Commonwealth can give skills, lend advice and encourage enterprise.
新的通信技術使他們能夠接觸到更廣闊的世界，分享他們的經驗和觀點。對于許多人來說，英聯邦的實際援助與網絡可以提供技能，給予意見和鼓勵進取。
It is inspiring to learn of some of the work being done by these young people, who bring creativity and innovation to the challenges they face.
令人鼓舞的是，我了解到一些年輕人正在做著一些事情，他們面對挑戰，富于創造力和創新精神。
It is important to keep discussing issues that concern us all-there can by no more valuable role for our family of nations. I have been closely associated with the Commonwealth through most of its existence.
對關系到我們所有人的問題保持討論很重要，它讓我們的大家庭產生更大的價值。在英聯邦成立以來的大部分時間里，我都同它聯系緊密。
The personal and living bond I have enjoyed with leaders, and with people the world over, has always been more important in promoting our unity than symbolism alone.
我個人同各國領袖、人民密不可分。這不單是象征意義，也能促進我們的團結。
The Commonwealth is not an organisation with a mission. It is rather an opportunity for its people to work together to achieve practical solutions to problems.
英聯邦并非一個具某種使命的組織，而更是一個讓各國人民合作、解決困難的平臺。
In many aspects of our lives, whether in sport, the environment, business or culture, the Commonwealth connection remains vivid and enriching.
我個人同各國領袖、人民密不可分。這不單是象征意義，也能促進我們的團結。
It is, in lots of ways, the face of the future. And with continuing support and dedication, I am confident that this diverse Commonwealth of nations can strengthen the common bond that transcends politics, religion, race and economic circumstances.
在涉及我們生活的許多方面，不論是體育、環洗、商業或文化，英聯邦國家之間的聯系緊密而豐富。在很多方面這展現未來的前景。隨著不斷的支持和貢獻，我相信英聯邦國家的多元化能加強各國在政治、宗教、種族和經濟環境的凝聚力。
We know that at Christmas is a time for celebration and family reunions; but it is also a time to reflect on what confronts those less fortunate than ourselves, at home and throughout the world.
眾所周知，圣誕節是歡慶與家人團聚的時候，但我們也可以借這個時機回顧那些國內外不幸者面臨的困境。
Christians are taught to love their neighbours, having compassion and concern, and being ready to undertake charity and voluntary work to ease the burden of deprivation and disadvantage.
基督徒被教導要愛他們的鄰居，有同情心，樂于慈善和志愿工作，以減輕貧困和不利的負擔。
We may ourselves be confronted by a bewildering array of difficulties and challenges, but we must never cease to work for a better future for ourselves and for others.
我們自己會面臨一連串的困難和挑戰，這些困難和挑戰會令我們感到困惑，但我們絕不能停下腳步。而應該繼續努力，為自己和他人創造更美好的未來。
I wish you all, wherever you may be, a very happy Christmas.
不論你們現時身在何處，我都祝愿你們圣誕快樂。
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