Russia criticizes UNESCO politicization while seeking Executive Board seat
Russia has spoken out against what it sees as the politicisation of UNESCO by a small group of countries, expressing concern over the treatment of Russian-speakers in the Baltics and Ukraine. It has also announced its candidacy for the UNESCO Executive Board, pledging a unifying agenda for its activity calendar.
Russia's Deputy Minister A.A.Pankin has noted increasing global tensions affecting international cooperation. Russia has called for fair geographical representation in UNESCO bodies and criticised the lack of reaction to actions by Ukrainian authorities endangering the World Heritage site 'Historical Center of Odessa'.
Russia has welcomed the commitment of UNESCO's new Director General H. Al-Anani to strengthen the role of member countries and ensure transparency. It has highlighted its own role as a responsible budget contributor and significant donor to the Fund for the Eradication of Doping in Sports. Russia has also expressed its readiness to continue contributing actively to UNESCO's activities and the importance of implementing programmatic activities as a common focus in its calendar.
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