SEOUL, June 29 (AJP) - The U.N. General Assembly has adopted a resolution proclaiming 2027 - 2036 as the International Decade of Strengthening of Peace for Future Generations, following an initiative introduced by Tajikistan, the country's embassy in Seoul said Monday.
The resolution, adopted on June 25, calls for greater international efforts to promote peace, dialogue and reconciliation while encouraging cooperation across generations to ensure that the interests of future generations are reflected in policymaking.
According to the resolution, the decade will support engagement among children, young people and older persons and encourage governments, civil society organizations and other stakeholders to share best practices and participate in its implementation.
The measure reaffirms the principles of the U.N. Charter, including the commitment to settle disputes by peaceful means and "to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war." It also recognizes the U.N. Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace as a framework for promoting peace and nonviolence.
The General Assembly also welcomed commitments made at the 2024 Summit of the Future, including the adoption of the Pact for the Future, which calls for stronger international cooperation to protect the interests of future generations.
The resolution highlights recent diplomatic progress in Central Asia, welcoming efforts by Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan to resolve border issues through peaceful negotiations and agreements.
It requests the U.N. secretary-general, specialized agencies, regional commissions and other U.N. bodies to help implement the decade in cooperation with governments and other stakeholders.
The Embassy of Tajikistan in Seoul said the resolution reflects the country's longstanding support for peace and dialogue, noting that the initiative was proposed by President Emomali Rahmon. The embassy said the adoption comes as armed conflicts continue to affect civilians in many parts of the world.
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