Executive Director, Foundation for Peace Professionals (PeacePro), Abdulrazaq Hamzat has taken the campaign for demilitarisation of Africa to the sixth international conference for the Balance of the World taking place at the Havana Convention Center, Cuba.
The high profile gathering will host 650 participants from over 80 countries, including prominent academics, diplomats, and peace advocates, to address pressing global issues, foster intercultural dialogue, and advance a culture of peace.
The three day event which starts on January 28 – 31, is organised by the José Martí International Solidarity Project with support from UNESCO to commemorate the 130th anniversary of José Martí, a revered Cuban National Hero celebrated for his ideals of justice, equity, and human dignity.
Under the overarching theme of achieving balance in the world, the event will feature approximately 20 academic sessions aimed at presenting actionable solutions to global challenges.
As a delegate representing Nigeria, Hamzat will shed light on PeacePro’s amplification advocacy in advancing the demilitarisation of Africa, especially by foreign powers .
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Hamzat’s participation at the conference will highlight key aspects of PeacePro’s Africa Peace Insight Report of 2023, which aims to reduce militarisation across the continent by 80% by the end of 2025.
This ambitious campaign has already garnered notable results, with several African nations, including Senegal, Chad, Ivory Coast etc, making moves to close foreign military bases, signaling widespread support for the initiative.
Speaking through a statement, Hamzat emphasized the importance of unity of the global South in addressing shared challenges.
He said: “This conference provides an invaluable platform to unite voices from diverse cultures and backgrounds in the pursuit of a peaceful and equitable world.
“PeacePro’s advocacy for demilitarisation and sustainable peace aligns perfectly with the conference’s mission.”
The Sixth International Conference for the Balance of the World is recognised as a leading forum for promoting peace and cooperation, addressing critical themes such as solidarity, sustainability, and human dignity.
The event also aims to carry forward José Martí’s vision of a balanced and just world.
