Riyadh: The 11th Global Forum of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) has commenced in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s capital. Held under the slogan ‘UNAOC: Two Decades of Dialogue for Humanity – Advancing a New Era of Mutual Respect and Understanding in a Multipolar World’, the event gathers heads of state and government, leaders of international and regional organizations, religious leaders, and representatives from the private sector, youth, arts, sports, academia, and media.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Azerbaijan is represented by a delegation led by Minister of Culture Adil Karimli and Sheikhulislam Allahshukur Pashazade, Chairman of the Caucasian Muslims Office. The forum will also feature a High-Level Meeting of the UNAOC Group of Friends and the UNAOC Youth Forum, which are organized within the framework of the event.