Events to mark Int'l Day for Dialogue among Civilizations held at UN

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, delivers a video message at the thematic dialogue to mark the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations at the UN headquarters in New York, June 9, 2025. A series of events was held on Monday at UN Headquarters in New York to commemorate the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

UNITED NATIONS, June 10 (Xinhua) -- A series of events was held on Monday at UN Headquarters in New York to commemorate the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations.

The events included a thematic dialogue titled "Promoting dialogue among civilizations, strengthening global solidarity and cooperation," which was organized by the permanent missions to the United Nations of China, Egypt, Peru, Spain and Uzbekistan as well as the UN Alliance of Civilizations.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi delivered a video message at the thematic dialogue. In his message, Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, noted that dialogue among civilizations is a bond of peace, a driver for development, and a bridge of friendship, saying that it is high time to promote dialogue among civilizations.

He called for efforts to uphold equality and promote intercultural exchange.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said in his message that dialogue is essential for building bridges of understanding and trust, noting "This International Day is a call to action -- to listen, to speak, to connect."

Calling for recommitment to the ideals and principles of the United Nations Charter, UN General Assembly President Philemon Yang said, "Let us celebrate the unity and diversity of civilizations, and promote tolerance, dialogue and inclusiveness toward a better world for all."

UN under-secretary-general and high representative for the UN Alliance of Civilizations Miguel Angel Moratinos, along with senior diplomats from Egypt, Peru, Spain, and Uzbekistan, also stressed the importance of dialogue among civilizations.

Another event, an art performance, titled "Beyond borders: Weaving cultures through artistic expressions," featured performances of music, dance and martial arts, highlighting humanity's common aspirations for harmonious development.

Proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 80 countries, a resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly last year designates June 10 as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. 

Guests visit an exhibition themed "Light of the Sun -- Ancient Shu Civilization and the World" at the UN headquarters in New York, June 9, 2025. A series of events was held on Monday at UN Headquarters in New York to commemorate the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations.

Proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 80 countries, a resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly last year designates June 10 as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

Actors perform martial arts during an art performance at the UN headquarters in New York, June 9, 2025. A series of events was held on Monday at UN Headquarters in New York to commemorate the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations.

Proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 80 countries, a resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly last year designates June 10 as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres delivers a video message during a thematic dialogue to mark the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations at the UN headquarters in New York, June 9, 2025. A series of events was held on Monday at UN Headquarters in New York to commemorate the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations.

Proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 80 countries, a resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly last year designates June 10 as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

A highlight from the dance drama "The Exploitation of Nature's Works" ("Tian Gong Kai Wu") is staged during an art performance at the UN headquarters in New York, June 9, 2025. A series of events was held on Monday at UN Headquarters in New York to commemorate the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations.

Proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 80 countries, a resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly last year designates June 10 as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

UN General Assembly President Philemon Yang delivers a video message during a thematic dialogue to mark the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations at the UN headquarters in New York, June 9, 2025. A series of events was held on Monday at UN Headquarters in New York to commemorate the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations.

Proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 80 countries, a resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly last year designates June 10 as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

Actors showcase traditional Chinese attires during an art performance at the UN headquarters in New York, June 9, 2025. A series of events was held on Monday at UN Headquarters in New York to commemorate the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations.

Proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 80 countries, a resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly last year designates June 10 as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

A chorus is staged during an art performance at the UN headquarters in New York, June 9, 2025. A series of events was held on Monday at UN Headquarters in New York to commemorate the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations.

Proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 80 countries, a resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly last year designates June 10 as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

UN under-secretary-general and high representative for the UN Alliance of Civilizations Miguel Angel Moratinos (C, front) speaks during a thematic dialogue to mark the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations at the UN headquarters in New York, June 9, 2025. A series of events was held on Monday at UN Headquarters in New York to commemorate the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations.

Proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 80 countries, a resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly last year designates June 10 as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

This photo taken on June 9, 2025 shows a scene during a thematic dialogue to mark the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations at the UN headquarters in New York. A series of events was held on Monday at UN Headquarters in New York to commemorate the first anniversary of the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations.

Proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 80 countries, a resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly last year designates June 10 as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. (Xinhua/Li Rui)