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Get ready to celebrate United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation on September 12! This day recognizes the importance of cooperation between developing countries in the global community. It was first established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1978, and has been observed every year since then with various events and initiatives promoting collaboration and solidarity among nations. On this day, let's come together and celebrate the progress made through South-South cooperation while also looking towards a future of continued growth and development.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Formation of United Nations</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations Organization was formed following World War II to promote global peace and cooperation between nations.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1955</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bandung Conference</div><div class='timeline-text'>Representatives of 29 governments of Asian and African nations met in Bandung, Indonesia to promote Afro-Asian economic and cultural cooperation and oppose colonialism or neocolonialism by any nation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1978</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of South-South Cooperation Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The UN General Assembly established United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation to encourage collaboration between developing countries.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Date Shift</div><div class='timeline-text'>The date of South-South Cooperation Day was shifted from December 19 to September 12, marking the adoption of the Buenos Aires Plan of Action for Promoting and Implementing Technical Cooperation among Developing Countries.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>COVID-19 Response</div><div class='timeline-text'>South-South Cooperation played a crucial role in global response to the COVID-19 pandemic, reinforcing its significance in dealing with global challenges.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a cultural exchange party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and colleagues from different countries to share their culture and traditions with each other. This is a great way to celebrate the diversity of South-South cooperation and promote understanding between different nations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a food festival</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Food is a universal language and what better way to celebrate South-South cooperation than through a food festival? Encourage participants to bring traditional dishes from their respective countries to share with others.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a cultural performance</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check your local events calendar for any cultural performances or shows featuring artists from South-South countries. This is a great way to support and appreciate the arts and culture of these nations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a documentary screening</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a documentary that showcases the impact of South-South cooperation and organize a screening for your community. This will not only educate others about the importance of this type of collaboration, but also spark meaningful discussions.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer for a South-South organization</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate United Nations Day by giving back to the community through volunteering with an organization that focuses on South-South cooperation. This will allow you to directly contribute to the cause and make a positive impact.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Fosters collaboration and partnership</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation is an important day that brings together countries from the global South to collaborate and share their experiences, resources, and solutions. This promotes partnerships and builds solidarity among developing countries to address common development challenges.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Leads to sustainable development</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>South-South cooperation allows for the exchange of knowledge, expertise, and resources between developing countries, leading to more effective and sustainable development. By collaborating and learning from one another, these nations can find unique solutions adapted to their own contexts and needs.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Reduces dependence on developed countries</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation celebrates the achievements and potential of developing countries working together without relying on aid or assistance from developed nations. This promotes self-reliance and empowers these countries to take ownership of their own development journey.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>South-South Cooperation Plays a Vital Role in Environmental Sustainability</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many South-South partnerships focus on sharing knowledge and experiences around environmental sustainability, contributing to efforts against climate change and environmental degradation.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>South-South Cooperation Promotes Trade among Developing Nations</h3><p class='facts-content'>By fostering international cooperation, South-South cooperation is significantly increasing trade opportunities among developing countries, contributing to their economic growth.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The G77 is the Largest Intergovernmental Organization Promoting South-South Cooperation</h3><p class='facts-content'>Established in 1964, the G77, a coalition of 134 developing nations, plays an indispensable role in promoting South-South cooperation and shared interests in the United Nations.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The UNOSSC Facilitates South-South Cooperation</h3><p class='facts-content'>The United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC) was set up by the UN to promote, coordinate and support South-South and triangular cooperation globally and within the United Nations.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>South-South Cooperation Counters Inequalities within and between Countries</h3><p class='facts-content'>Through shared experiences and collaboration, South-South cooperation provides a powerful tool for tackling inequality by fostering inclusive growth, social protection, and sustainable development in developing nations.</p></div></div>
The United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation is celebrated on September 12 every year. In 2024, it falls on a Thursday.
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