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The Holy See's representative at a United Nations High-Level Forum on the Culture of Peace reaffirms the common commitment in working for a culture of peace at all levels of society, efforts that are essential for present and future generations. Pope appeals for Olympic Truce for war-torn nations
Forum at UN reaffirms the common commitment to work together for a culture of peace in our world A High-Level Forum on the Culture of Peace, under the theme “Cultivating and Nurturing the Culture of Peace for Present and Future Generations” took place on Friday 2 August at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The meeting marked the 25th anniversary of the UN Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace.
He then pointed out that globalized solidarity needs to be fostered, as not everyone has been able to benefit from positive developments resulting from globalization, where the fortunate have become"citizens of the world" while many others"citizens of nowhere" as seen with the growing phenomenon of migration.
Recalling words of Pope Francis in conclusion, Archbishop Caccia said “peace is the fruit of relationships that recognize and welcome others in their inalienable dignity, and of cooperation and commitment in seeking the integral development of all individuals and peoples.” The High-Level Forum on the Culture of Peace originated 25 years ago when on 13 September 1999, the UN General Assembly adopted resolution 53/243 on the Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace. Since then, the General Assembly has adopted an annual resolution in this area to promote a culture of peace and non-violence by underscoring its enduring value that benefits humanity and future generations.
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