This panel will examine the critical role of intercultural dialogue in navigating a turbulent global landscape. Amid shifting political structures and challenges to multilateralism, the panel will explore how intercultural dialogue can bridge cultural divides, promote tolerance, mutual understanding, human rights, and foster cooperation. The discussion will also highlight the importance of protecting cultural heritage, underscoring its role in advancing the culture of peace and non-violence.

Sunjoy Joshi, Chairman, Observer Research Foundation, India
Mehdi Jomaa, Former Prime Minister, Tunisia 
Nikola Stojanovic, State Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Serbia
Miguel Ángel Moratinos, Under-Secretary-General, High Representative, the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations; Former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Spain
Sossi Tatikyan, Senior Adviser on Foreign and Security Policy, Member of UN Security Sector Reform Advisory Network,  Republic of Armenia
Elke Selter, Program Director, ALIPH, Belgium

Moderator: 

Mariam Wardak, Founder, Her Afghanistan, United States