International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations Events Held in Geneva
On June 8, a series of events commemorating the United Nations International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations was held in Geneva, Switzerland. The events were jointly organized by the State Council Information Office of China, the Permanent Mission of China to the United Nations Office at Geneva and Other International Organizations in Switzerland, and the International Confucian Association, with co-organizers including the China Intercontinental Communication Center (CICC), the Information Office of the People's Government of Zhejiang Province, and the Information Office of the People's Government of Henan Province.
Visitors inspected an exhibition titled "Mutual Learning Among Civilizations with a Shared World Vision," curated by the Xiling Seal Engraver’s Society. Additionally, the Henan Broadcasting System presented a fashion show featuring traditional Chinese-style attire, while the Ningbo Symphony Orchestra performed a medley of international songs.
More than 200 representatives from over 50 countries attended a high-level seminar focused on the theme "Equal Dialogue among Civilizations for a Better Future through Multilateral Cooperation." Participants engaged in extensive discussions on promoting mutual understanding among civilizations and strengthening international cooperation.
A series of exhibitions showcased the richness of world civilizations and highlighted the appeal of Chinese culture. The graphic seals exhibition "Mutual Learning Among Civilizations with a Shared World Vision" allowed visitors to appreciate cultural diversity by incorporating elements from all 193 United Nations member states into intricately designed seals. Another exhibition, "Silk Road and Dunhuang: Millennia-Old Treasures for Humanity," was presented by the China Intercontinental Communication Center and the International Communication Center of Dunhuang Culture, showcasing cultural exchanges along the Silk Road.
The Henan Elephant International Communication Center also offered an immersive virtual reality experience titled "Tang Palace Banquet," which used archaeological findings and digital technologies to recreate the splendor of the Tang Dynasty. In the evening, an art performance called "Beyond Borders: Weaving Cultures Through Artistic Expressions," presented by Henan Broadcasting System, the Ningbo Symphony Orchestra, and the China Disabled People's Performing Art Troupe, captivated audiences by celebrating cultural exchange through a variety of artistic forms.
In June 2024, the United Nations General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution proposed by China designating June 10 as the International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations.