International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations, established by the United Nations in June 2024, now occurs on 10 June every year. In 2025, this will be marked by an event on 5 June in Paris. (follow the link above to register)
On the occasion of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations, UNESCO and the Permanent Delegation of the People’s Republic of China to UNESCO will host a Symposium on “Youth Dialogue on the Future along the Silk Roads”, on 5 June 2025 at UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, France. This event aims to foster reflection on the enduring legacy of the Silk Roads as spaces of encounter, cooperation, and cultural exchange, and to highlight the importance of intercultural dialogue in building more inclusive and peaceful societies.
The programme will feature a symposium composed of three thematic panels, each exploring a distinct facet of intercultural exchange along the Silk Roads:
- Dialogue through Art and Literature
- Dialogue through Philosophy and Spiritualities
- Dialogue through Science, Knowledge and Know-how
Each session will include interventions from young researchers of the Silk Roads Youth Research Grant, experts, and representatives of Member States.
The event will also feature an artistic performance, the official opening of the photo exhibition Youth Eyes on the Silk Roads, and a special video message and musical performance by world-renowned pianist Lang Lang.
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