UN Adopts Vietnam's Initiative for 'International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development'
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UN Adopts Vietnam's Initiative for 'International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development'

The United Nations General Assembly, at its 80th session in New York, adopted the resolution proclaiming the 'International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development' (2027-2036), an initiative proposed by Vietnam. This marks a significant step in positioning culture as a driver for development.

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