Madrid:UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized the significant role of culture in fostering global peace, describing it as a fundamental right and a crucial part of the human family that is inseparable from individual dignity.
According to Emirates News Agency, Guterres made these remarks during the 30th Ibero-American Summit held in Madrid, where he underscored the role of culture in promoting critical thinking and empathy. He advocated for the inclusion of more arts and humanities in education to cultivate these skills.
Guterres highlighted the diverse expressions of culture, noting that despite differences in language and music, they all convey the universal narrative of shared humanity. He remarked on the power of culture to help individuals recognize common humanity, even in former adversaries, and how this recognition is a starting point for peace.
