KAICIID Board Discusses Joining UN as Observer

The Board of Parties of the King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz International Centre for Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue (KAICIID) has held its periodic meeting in Lisbon, Portugal.

 The meeting was attended by members representing the Kingdom of Spain, the Republic of Austria, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Vatican City as a founding observer, with the Republic of Portugal as a guest. Secretary-General of KAICIID Zuhair Alharthi was also present.

 The agenda included discussions on various administrative and financial reports and procedures to enhance governance and transparency. The Board praised the financial mechanisms in place to strengthen KAICIID's work and its global role in promoting dialogue among followers of different religions and cultures.

 Alharthi affirmed KAICIID's continued efforts to spread the culture of peace and dialogue among followers of different religions and cultures. He also emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation with the United Nations in preventing conflicts and promoting values that encourage tolerance and respect for others among all components of society.