FM Araghchi in Portugal for UN Forum on Civilizations
LISBON (Dispatches) --
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived here Monday to take part in the 10th Global Forum of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC).
The forum, held on November 25 and27 in the town of Cascais, coincides with the 20th anniversary of the UNAOC under the theme of “United in Peace: Restoring Trust, Reshaping the Future — Reflecting on Two Decades of Dialogue for Humanity”.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said the visit trip is in line with Iran’s active and influential foreign policy as a representative of one of the oldest civilizations.
The trip also aims to cooperate in diplomatic processes to promote peace based on international interaction, dialogue and understanding, he added.
The 10th UNAOC forum gathers members of the alliance’s Group of Friends, political leaders, representatives of international and regional organizations, religious leaders and faith actors, the private sector, civil society, academia, youth, arts and media, as well as donor agencies and foundations.
The participants address the global issues pertinent to peace and security and call for restoring trust and for uniting in peace.