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Szijjártó Calls For Involving Youth In Peace Mediation Efforts

• 28 Sep 2018 4:33 PM
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The Hungarian government believes the best way to protect civilians is by trying to prevent conflict and young people should be given an important role in this effort, Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session in New York, at a Group of Friends of Mediation event, focussing on the role of young generations.

Szijjártó said the role of young people is important in prevention which should start with hindering radicalisation and moving towards extremism.

He emphasised the importance of local initiatives and that young people should be given the opportunity to communicate and be represented in organisations where they get a chance to find solutions.

He also talked about the role of moderate religious leaders who can be strategic allies in peace mediation efforts.

Hungary urges the utilisation of historical churches in this process because their representatives can play an effective role in involving young people in community life and mediation processes, he added.

Hungary is trying to contribute to expanding the role of young people by granting thousands of scholarships and helping youngsters build links with others who come from countries where peace is not yet guaranteed, Szijjártó said.

MTI Photo KKM / Mitko Sztojcsev

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