International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations

The United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution A/RES/78/286  to designate J une 10th as International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations  on June 7th 2024. 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

The notion of “civilization” is not easy to define and can be subject to misinterpretation. However, the UNESCO  regards it as a universal, pluralistic, and non-hierarchical reality, recognizing that civilizations are inherently shaped by intercultural dynamics while retaining their unique identities . Learn more about the notion of "Civilization".