United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation

September 12, Friday

United Nations South-South Cooperation Day is observed annually on September 12.

History of the holiday
The holiday was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2010 to highlight the importance of international cooperation among countries of the Global South. The idea is to strengthen ties between developing countries, exchanging experiences, technologies, and resources to achieve sustainable development.

Significance of the holiday
South-South Cooperation Day promotes:

* the advancement of joint projects and initiatives in economics, science, health, and education;
* the exchange of knowledge and best practices among countries of the Global South;
* the strengthening of solidarity and mutual support to address global problems such as poverty, climate change, and social inequality;
* the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through partnership and cooperation.

Traditions of celebration

* organizing conferences, seminars, and roundtables dedicated to cooperation among developing countries;
* holding exhibitions and presentations of projects implemented under South-South cooperation;
* publishing thematic materials in media and social networks to raise awareness;
* involving representatives of governments, international organizations, and the private sector in events focused on experience exchange and best practices.

Interesting facts

* The term "South-South" reflects cooperation among countries in the Southern Hemisphere or developing regions of the world.
* This day emphasizes an alternative approach to international aid, not solely dependent on traditional "North-South" assistance.
* International organizations, including UNESCO, UNICEF, and the UN Development Programme, actively support events held on this day.

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