Paris, Nov 13 (Prensa Latina) The new Director General of Unesco, Audrey Azoulay, today defended the need for collective action to face the great challenges of humanity, in a speech delivered during the inauguration ceremony.
When taking up his post before the 39th General Conference, the former French Minister of Culture recalled the many problems of today's world such as the degradation of the environment, obscurantism, terrorism and attacks on cultural diversity.
He also mentioned the permanence of oppression towards women and the massive displacement of populations, among other phenomena.
In front of those challenges that has no borders,' he said, collective action by countries, concerted within the framework of multilateralism, is becoming increasingly necessary.
To this end, he also advocated greater responsibility of the member countries in fulfilling their commitments within Unesco, which is vital to achieve results in the numerous programs and projects promoted.
On the other hand, Azoulay emphasized the importance of preserving cultural diversity and respect among peoples, while launching a message of unity despite cultural, geographic and temporal distances.
The new director acknowledged her predecessor, the Bulgarian Irina Bokova, 'a pioneer who was the first woman to head UNESCO, and thus opened the way,' he stressed.
Azoulay also highlighted the firm determination of Bokova to move the organization forward in the midst of a strong crisis, and its determined action in the face of problems in the world such as attacks against heritage.
Audrey Azoulay was confirmed to the post by the 39th General Conference of UNESCO, which will end tomorrow after two weeks of sessions.
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He also mentioned the permanence of oppression towards women and the massive displacement of populations, among other phenomena.
In front of those challenges that has no borders,' he said, collective action by countries, concerted within the framework of multilateralism, is becoming increasingly necessary.
To this end, he also advocated greater responsibility of the member countries in fulfilling their commitments within Unesco, which is vital to achieve results in the numerous programs and projects promoted.
On the other hand, Azoulay emphasized the importance of preserving cultural diversity and respect among peoples, while launching a message of unity despite cultural, geographic and temporal distances.
The new director acknowledged her predecessor, the Bulgarian Irina Bokova, 'a pioneer who was the first woman to head UNESCO, and thus opened the way,' he stressed.
Azoulay also highlighted the firm determination of Bokova to move the organization forward in the midst of a strong crisis, and its determined action in the face of problems in the world such as attacks against heritage.
Audrey Azoulay was confirmed to the post by the 39th General Conference of UNESCO, which will end tomorrow after two weeks of sessions.
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