(Source: UNESCO - United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) The Director-General opened by expressing her condolences for the loss of life that followed the recent terrorist attack in Brussels. She highlighted the main issues facing the international community today, including the persistence of poverty and deepening inequalities, the lack of quality education and a weakening social contract in many parts of the world. Climate change and enduring conflicts are forcing millions of people on the road. 'Fundamentally, we are seeing a new global struggle for the hearts and minds, especially of the young hearts and minds', the Director-General said about the rise of...
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