Information Minister Addresses the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue

Baku, (SONNA) — The Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Abdifatah Qasim Mohamud, addressed the 7th Global Forum of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations on Intercultural Dialogue, officially opened today by Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev.

Held under the theme “Dialogue for a Shared Future: Building Bridges in a Divided World,” the forum focuses on strengthening intercultural dialogue, peace, mutual understanding and international cooperation.

In his address, Minister Abdifatah highlighted the importance of preserving and promoting cultural heritage, strengthening peaceful coexistence and using modern technology and artificial intelligence to foster understanding among different cultures.

He stressed the need to preserve Somalia’s language, literature, arts and history, while using technology to document, preserve and transmit Somali cultural heritage to future generations.

The Minister also called for international cooperation to advance the use of diverse languages in technology, enhance youth skills and ensure that digital development respects cultural identities, rights and values.

He further urged the use of technology to connect cultures, expand opportunities for mutual understanding and strengthen peace, while calling for the forum’s recommendations and commitments to be translated into joint, measurable programmes supporting cultural heritage preservation, language development, youth empowerment and equal participation.

Somalia’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan, H.E. Abdinoor Dahir Fiidow, also attended the forum.