BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 26. The UN General
Assembly has adopted a resolution initiated by Tajikistan declaring
2027–2036 the International Decade of Strengthening Peace for
Future Generations.
This was reported by the press service of the President of
Tajikistan.
The resolution titled “International Decade of Strengthening
Peace for Future Generations” was adopted on the evening of June
25, according to Tajikistan’s initiative put forward by President
of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon.
"On the evening of June 25, the UN General Assembly adopted a
resolution entitled 'International Decade for the Strengthening of
Peace for Future Generations'—an initiative put forward by the
President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Leader of the Nation,
Emomali Rahmon," the statement said.
The document reaffirms the commitment of UN member states to
strengthening peace, dialogue and solidarity between generations as
key foundations for ensuring the well-being of future
generations.
The resolution recalls the purposes and principles of the UN
Charter, including the determination to “save succeeding
generations from the scourge of war” and the commitment to
resolving disputes through peaceful means.
Under the resolution, the period from 2027 to 2036 is proclaimed
the International Decade of Strengthening Peace for Future
Generations. Its goal is to promote peacebuilding, dialogue and
reconciliation, as well as cooperation between generations,
including children, youth and older people, to ensure that the
needs and interests of future generations are considered in
policymaking and decision-making processes.
The resolution also welcomes the contribution of states, leaders
and peoples that have supported peace, reconciliation, dialogue and
national unity through inclusive political processes,
confidence-building measures, post-conflict recovery and long-term
investments in social cohesion.
It further recognizes the commitments made at the 2024 Summit of
the Future and the adoption of the Pact for the Future, under which
UN member states pledged to strengthen cooperation to protect the
interests of future generations.
The document also highlights positive developments in Central
Asia and welcomes the efforts of Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and
Uzbekistan to resolve border issues through peaceful means and the
signing of relevant agreements.
Furthermore, the resolution calls on the UN Secretary-General,
specialized agencies, regional commissions and other UN bodies to
support the implementation of the Decade in cooperation with
governments and relevant stakeholders. Member states, civil society
organizations and other partners are encouraged to contribute to
the initiative and exchange best practices and knowledge.
The adoption of the resolution marks another step in promoting
the global peace agenda and strengthening international efforts to
advance a culture of peace and non-violence.
Meanwhile, the adoption of the UN General Assembly resolution
initiated by Tajikistan highlights the country’s growing focus on
promoting peace, dialogue and international cooperation as part of
its foreign policy agenda. The initiative places Tajikistan’s
diplomatic efforts within the broader global discussion on conflict
prevention, intergenerational responsibility and sustainable
peace.