Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, December 15 (ANI): India highlighted its civilisational values and commitment to global harmony at the 11th United Nations Alliance of Civilisations (UNAOC) meeting held in Riyadh on Sunday.
Secretary (East) P. Kumaran led the Indian delegation and delivered India’s national statement at the High-Level Meeting of the Group of Friends of the United Nations Alliance of Civilisations. In his remarks, he emphasized the role of UNAOC in promoting harmony and understanding among nations and cultures worldwide, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
Kumaran also underscored India’s position on the global stage as a nation shaped by an ancient civilization and marked by cultural and religious diversity. He referred to the principles of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, which views the world as one family, and Sarva Dharma Samabhav, which stands for equal respect for all religions.
The Ministry of External Affairs said the remarks reflected India’s long-standing commitment to dialogue, inclusivity, and peaceful coexistence. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal noted that Secretary (East) highlighted UNAOC’s role in fostering harmony among nations and cultures, while reaffirming India’s civilizational ethos rooted in diversity and mutual respect.
Earlier, India and Georgia held the eighth round of Foreign Office Consultations in Tbilisi to review and strengthen bilateral relations and exchange views on regional and global developments.
According to the MEA, the discussions covered the full spectrum of bilateral engagement, including political cooperation, trade and economic ties, cultural exchanges, and people-to-people contacts. Both sides also explored avenues to expand cooperation in new and emerging areas.
The Indian delegation was led by Secretary (West) Sibi George, while the Georgian side was headed by Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Khvitisiashvili. The MEA said both sides reviewed bilateral relations in detail and exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest.
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