Rabat-- The Headquarters of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) hosted a ceremony, on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, to celebrate more than 400 children from 31 countries who are taking part in the 14th edition of the International Children for Peace Festival, with the aim of anchoring the culture of peace and coexistence among the children of the world.

At the outset, ICESCO's Director-General Dr. Salim M. Al-Malik gave an address where he expressed his delight at receiving these children who are proudly wearing their traditional clothes that reflect their countries’ cultural and civilizational diversity, adding that the festival highlights the importance of coexistence regardless of religious beliefs or racial and cultural differences.

Source: Saudi Press Agency