International Day for Countering Violent Extremism Observed Globally

Kathmandu. Today is the International Day for Countering Violent Extremism. This day is being observed in various countries around the world with the objective of expanding awareness against violent extremism and strengthening international cooperation.

This is the fourth year that this day is being observed following the call of the United Nations. At the UN Headquarters as well as in UN offices in other countries around the world, all stakeholders, including representatives from intergovernmental organizations, civil society, religious leaders, the private sector, educational institutions, and the media, will unite to express solidarity for the prevention of violent extremism.