Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), welcomed several Ministers of culture and high-level officials today, Friday, 15 November 2024, at ICESCO’s pavilion at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, to participate in the Second High-Level Ministerial Dialogue on Climate Action, hosted by the Group of Friends of Culture-Based Climate Action (GFCBCA).

Dr. AlMalik introduced the Ministers and distinguished visitors to the pavilion’s diverse program, which includes nearly 50 activities, ranging from seminars and panel discussions to engaging dialogues addressing the impact of climate change on education, science, culture, and other fields. He also facilitated the exchange of ideas on innovative solutions to climate crisis challenges.

The Ministers and high-ranking visitors expressed admiration for ICESCO’s pavilion at COP29 and praised the comprehensive program of activities, as well as ICESCO’s remarkable contributions in supporting its Member States in areas of environmental protection and cultural heritage preservation.

The list of ministers and notable figures visiting ICESCO’s pavilion included Ms. Lina Mendoni, Minister of Culture and Sports of Greece, Mr. Adil bin Qabil Karimli, Minister of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan, HRH Princess Dana Firas, President of the Petra National Trust and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Cultural Heritage, and Dr. Mahmoud Mohieldin, UN Special Envoy on Financing for Development.