Rabat: The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (ICESCO) has called on the international community to intensify efforts to raise awareness about the critical role of scientific diplomacy in fostering peace and advancing global knowledge. The organization emphasized the need for increased cooperation to elevate the quality of scientific research, given the pivotal role that science plays in societal progress and sustainable development.
In a statement released in observance of World Science Day for Peace and Development, which is celebrated annually on November 10, ICESCO reaffirmed its commitment to integrating scientific diplomacy into its vision and strategic objectives. The organization stressed that science is a powerful tool for peacebuilding and sustainable development.
ICESCO is currently conducting a study titled “Promoting Scientific Diplomacy: Roadmap to the Strategy of ICESCO Member States,” aimed at strengthening scientific cooperation and knowledge exchange among Islamic countries. The study focuses on addressing critical challenges, particularly in the fields of climate change, healthcare, and sustainable development.
Additionally, ICESCO highlighted its ongoing efforts to promote scientific research and innovation for societal welfare and natural resource sustainability. Some of the key initiatives include:
• The “ICESCO Contest for Transforming Bio-Waste into Food Bars”, which supports food security efforts.
• The “500,000 Seedlings Production Programme”, aimed at reforestation and combating desertification across the Islamic world. This initiative seeks to promote responsible governance of natural resources and rehabilitate degraded lands.
In its statement, ICESCO also called for training individuals with skills that meet contemporary needs and anticipate future professional demands, positioning science as a vital tool for progress, peace, and prosperity.
Through these initiatives, ICESCO aims to foster global cooperation and harness the power of science to create a more sustainable and peaceful future.
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