International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations observed

Islamabad (Web Desk): International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations is being observed today Tuesday across the globe including Pakistan.

The day provides an opportunity to raise awareness of the value of the diversity of civilizations and promoting dialogue, mutual respect and global solidarity.

According to the United Nations (UN) website, on June 7, 2024, the UN General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/78/286, declaring June 10 the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations.

Proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 80 countries, the resolution emphasizes that all civilizational achievements constitute "the collective heritage of humankind."

It underscores the importance of respecting civilizational diversity and highlights "the crucial role of dialogue" in maintaining global peace, advancing shared development, enhancing human well-being, and achieving collective progress.

The resolution acknowledges the essential role of dialogue in fostering awareness and understanding of universal values, as outlined in the UN Charter and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, reaffirming that civilizational achievements are part of humanity’s shared heritage.