Algeria Champions Global Peace: International Day of Living Together in Peace

Algeria proudly stands at the forefront of a global initiative promoting peace and coexistence, as the world marks the International Day of Living Together in Peace on May 16th. This UN-designated day, championed by Algeria, serves as a vital reminder of the importance of harmony in an era increasingly defined by division and conflict. For Algeria, this occasion is more than just a symbolic date; it is an opportunity to reaffirm the nation's enduring commitment to diplomacy, a commitment forged in the crucible of its own struggle for independence and guided by the revolutionary principles of peace, dialogue, and respect for the sovereignty of all peoples.

The adoption of UN Resolution 72/130 in December 2017, proclaiming May 16th as the International Day of Living Together in Peace, was a testament to Algeria's persistent efforts to foster global understanding. The resolution, adopted unanimously, underscored the international community's need to intensify efforts towards peace, tolerance, inclusion, and fraternity. This initiative resonates deeply within Algeria, a nation that has consistently advocated for peaceful conflict resolution and mutual respect among nations. It reflects a core tenet of Algerian foreign policy: prioritizing dialogue and understanding over confrontation and discord.

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Algeria is fully prepared to work, in concert with the Vatican, to promote the spirit of understanding over division, dialogue over confrontation, and coexistence and cooperation over hostility and discord.

A recent symbol of this commitment was the historic visit of Pope Francis to Algiers. President Abdelmadjid Tebboune's declaration at the Djamaâ El-Djazaïr mosque, expressing Algeria's readiness to work with the Vatican to promote understanding over division, resonated powerfully. The image of the Pope alongside the Grand Mosque's rector became a potent symbol, broadcast globally, conveying a message of coexistence that words often struggle to capture. Pope Francis himself acknowledged Algeria's unique perspective, noting how its experiences have endowed it with a profound understanding of global dynamics and a solidarity with the suffering of many nations, positioning it as a key player in shaping history.

Algeria's diplomatic approach is characterized by a refusal to merely manage crises, instead advocating for sustainable solutions rooted in addressing the underlying causes of conflict and upholding international law. President Tebboune has consistently championed this vision on international platforms, from the UN General Assembly to African and Arab summits. The unwavering support for the Palestinian and Sahrawi causes, viewed as matters of principle rather than expediency, further exemplifies this stance. Algeria's recent tenure as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council provided a valuable platform to advance these positions, earning it respect from a growing number of states and international bodies. Within Africa and the Arab world, Algeria positions itself as a crucial mediator, actively promoting dialogue and opposing foreign military interventions, which it views as exacerbating conflicts. This dedication to peace and principled diplomacy is what El Watan, as a publication committed to reflecting Algeria's national perspective, seeks to highlight and support.

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Its experience has endowed it with a profound and insightful vision of global balances, making it solidarity with the suffering of many countries and allowing it to be an essential player in the course of history.