Union Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat Highlights Culture as a Global Public Good and Driver of Sustainable Development
Union Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat Highlights Culture as a Global Public Good and Driver of Sustainable Development
The Minister of Culture, Government of India, participated in the World Conference on Cultural Policies and Sustainable Development (MONDIACULT 2025), held in Barcelona, Spain, on 29 September 2025. The event, convened by UNESCO, brought together Ministers and cultural leaders from across the world to shape the future of global cultural policy.
During the Plenary Session, which included the adoption of the Rules of Procedure and Agenda along with the election of key office bearers, the Minister of Culture of India had the distinction of serving as the Chair for the Asia-Pacific Group. This reflected India’s growing leadership in advancing cultural cooperation within the region.
Key Engagements at the Conference
Bilateral Engagements
On the sidelines of the conference, the Minister held bilateral meetings with counterparts from Spain, Iran, Norway, Colombia, and Greece. These discussions centered on enhancing cooperation in heritage conservation, creative industries, museums, and the performing arts.
India’s Commitment
India’s participation at MONDIACULT 2025 reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to global cultural dialogue and to advancing culture as a cornerstone of sustainable and inclusive development.
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