The General Secretariat of the League of Arab States confirmed that the League plays an important role in promoting cultural diversity and building bridges of communication between different cultures. Which contributes to combating intolerance and racial discrimination.
This came in a statement issued by the General Secretariat today, Monday, on the occasion of the celebration of the International Day for Cultural Diversity, which falls on May 21 every year.
The General Secretariat stated that on this day, the global commitment to cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue is renewed as basic pillars of development and peace, noting the importance of cultural diversity in promoting mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence.
The university noted that the International Day for Cultural Diversity is an opportunity for communities around the world to reflect on the value of diversity and the richness it brings to our lives, as this day encourages individuals and institutions to celebrate multiple cultures and contribute to activities that promote dialogue and understanding, through the arts, education, and community initiatives, as the spotlight is highlighted on The importance of diversity as a driver of innovation and sustainable development.
The statement added, “The International Day for Cultural Diversity reminds us that diversity is not just a source of beauty and inspiration, but also a basis for progress and prosperity.” In this regard, calling on everyone to engage in cultural dialogue and work together towards a future that respects and celebrates diversity.
The Arab League stressed the importance of the dialogue of civilizations and cultures as a cornerstone in building harmonious cultural diversity and promoting global peace and security, as the General Secretariat is considered a reflective mirror of the nature of intra-Arab political relations and developing them for the better to keep pace with the future.
She highlighted that, within the framework of celebrating the International Day for Cultural Diversity, the unified Arab strategy for the Alliance of Civilizations reflects interest in collective efforts to enhance dialogue and understanding between peoples, as this strategy was formed at the initiative of a number of Arab countries and was approved by Arab foreign ministers in 2016; This reflects the region’s commitment to the concept of the alliance of civilizations and confronting the clash between them.
She pointed out that the strategy seeks to consolidate the concept of the alliance and enhance the Arab trend towards supporting cultural dialogue and peaceful coexistence, and is in line with the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations initiative and consistent with its goals and foundations, expressing the Arab ambition and vision of the Arab side in this regard, as this step is evidence of the prominent role. What the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States plays in promoting cultural diversity and the alliance of civilizations; Which contributes to building bridges of communication and understanding between different cultures.
Ambassador Dr. Haifa Abu Ghazaleh, Assistant Secretary-General of the Social Affairs Sector, confirmed that the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States is an important platform for promoting tolerance and understanding among Arab peoples, through its active participation in the annual celebrations of the International Day for Tolerance, and the General Secretariat demonstrates its commitment to spreading the values of tolerance and mutual respect. It also contributes to developing regional strategies for dialogue among civilizations.
She pointed out that tolerance prevents the growth of the seeds of intolerance and extremism, and that the General Secretariat encourages tolerance through education and cultural activities, and promotes constructive dialogue between different cultures, as these efforts are considered part of the university’s commitment to achieving sustainable development and peace in the region, and are an important step towards building societies. More comprehensive and harmonious.
Abu Ghazaleh explained that the international community must work together to preserve and enhance this cultural diversity by supporting dialogue and understanding between peoples, and encouraging cultural exchange and cooperation between countries, which is a message presented by the League of Arab States through its celebration of the International Day for Cultural Diversity, to enhance dialogue. Development and promotion of peace and prosperity in the Arab region and the entire world.