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India reaffirms Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,’ religious harmony at 11th UNAOC
The event brought together political leaders, international and regional organizations, religious leaders and faith actors.
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IANS - Mon, 15, Dec 2025
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UNAOC said the global forum comes at a critical moment in history, marked by deepening divides, widespread conflicts across the globe / Photo: X/@MEAIndia
Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (East) P. Kumaran underscored India’s standing on the global stage as a nation rooted in an ancient civilization and rich diversity, invoking the principles of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam — the world as one family — and Sarva Dharma Samabhav, which upholds equal respect for all religions.
According to the MEA, Kumaran led the Indian delegation at the 11th United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where he delivered India’s national statement at the high-level meeting of the Group of Friends of UNAOC.
During his address, he highlighted the role of UNAOC in promoting harmony among nations and cultures worldwide.
Hosted by Saudi Arabia in Riyadh from Dec. 14-15, the 11th UNAOC is being held under the overarching theme, “UNAOC: Two Decades of Dialogue for Humanity — Advancing a New Era of Mutual Respect and Understanding in a Multipolar World.”
In a press statement, UNAOC said the global forum comes at a critical moment in history, marked by deepening divides, widespread conflicts across the globe and fading trust in the effectiveness of global governance structures and the multilateral system.
The event brought together political leaders, international and regional organizations, religious leaders and faith actors, as well as representatives of the private sector, civil society, academia, youth, arts, sports and media, with the aim of renewing a shared commitment to the enduring power of dialogue, mutual respect and understanding.
As UNAOC enters its third decade, the forum serves as an opportunity to commemorate its 20th anniversary and to chart its future course in the pursuit of lasting peace.
UNAOC was established in 2005 as a political initiative of former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan and was co-sponsored by the governments of Spain and Turkey.
A high-level group of experts was formed by Annan to explore the roots of polarization between societies and cultures and to recommend a practical program of action to address the issue. The group’s report provided analysis and put forward practical recommendations that form the basis for the implementation plan of UNAOC.
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