Intercultural dialogue enters new phase as Baku Process hosts landmark meeting
Baku, October 27, AZERTAC
On October 27, the first part of the special joint session of the 3rd High-Level Meeting of International Organizations and the 6th Ministerial Meeting of the Baku Process was held as part of the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue, themed “Dialogue for a Shared Future”.
The event was attended by high-ranking state officials, heads of parliaments, religious leaders, scholars, journalists, as well as representatives of various ethnic and cultural communities.
Speaking at the session moderated by Nihal Saad, Director of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), Azerbaijan’s Deputy Minister of Culture Farid Jafarov emphasized that one of the key imperatives of modern times is enhancing cooperation while taking into account the impacts of artificial intelligence.
The event featured speeches by Miguel Ángel Moratinos, UN Under-Secretary-General, High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations and UN Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia; Salim bin Mohammed AlMalik, Director-General of ICESCO; Shaikha Al Nuwais, Secretary-General of the UN Tourism; Mirbek Mambetaliev, Minister of Culture, Information, Sports and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic; Ozodbek Nazarbekov, Minister of Culture of Uzbekistan; Gurbanmyrat Myradaliyev, Minister of Culture of Turkmenistan; Matlubakhon Sattoriyon, Minister of Culture of Tajikistan; and Abdulfatah Kasim Mohamud, Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism of the Federal Republic of Somalia.
The speakers highlighted the advancement of intercultural and interreligious dialogue, the consolidation of mutual trust and understanding among nations, the protection of cultural diversity, and the expansion of international cooperation.
It was mentioned that respect for diverse cultures, languages, religions, and traditions plays a crucial role in enhancing global solidarity and ensuring sustainable peace.
The speakers stressed the importance of preserving cultural heritage, passing it on to future generations, and boosting youth engagement in cultural and social processes.
The presentations highlighted the opportunities created by rapid technological advancements, particularly artificial intelligence.
The special emphasis was placed on deepening cooperation among international organizations, states, and civil society, implementing joint initiatives, and turning agreements into tangible outcomes.
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