ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)
TRENDS Research & Advisory participated in the International Round Table on "Public Diplomacy: Partnership for Peace and Harmony," organised by the International Union of Non-Governmental Organisations "Eurasian and African Peoples’ Assembly" to mark the International Day of Peace.
Dr. Mohammed Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS Research & Advisory, was the guest of honour at the event. He delivered a speech highlighting the pivotal role think tanks play in promoting the values of peace, tolerance and advancing public diplomacy.
In his speech, Dr. Al-Ali said: “Think tanks actively contribute to public diplomacy by disseminating knowledge and organising constructive dialogues, aligning with the theme that the United Nations has adopted for this year’s International Day of Peace: "Cultivating a Culture of Peace".
He added, "TRENDS' participation in this roundtable reflects our deep belief in the important role of think tanks in supporting the UN's efforts to cultivate a culture of peace amidst the challenges the world faces today."
"At TRENDS, we are committed to promoting the values of tolerance and coexistence and rejecting hate speech and violence. We believe this role requires the combined efforts of all institutions, particularly those working in education and media," Dr. Al-Ali noted.
The International Round Table discussed the role of public diplomacy in promoting peace and harmony among nations and the importance of partnerships for achieving this goal.