Special representative of the UN Secretary General to combat Islamophobia Miguel Angel Moratinos. UN specialist: “If you do not protect the rights of Muslims, there will be no universality of human rights” Human rights ~ 60 > United Nations took another step towards protecting religious rights and freedoms in the world, appointing an experienced Spanish diplomat of Miguel Angel Moratinos the first special envoy of the UN General in the fight against Islamophobia. This decision was the result of the implementation of the resolution of the UN General Assembly, unanimously supported by 193 countries-member countries in 2024. Moravinos, who also holds the post of supreme representative of the UN civilization alliance, considers his new purpose as a logical continuation of many years of work on promoting intercultural and inter -religious dialogue. & Amp; NBSP; “This is not just a new position,” he said in an interview with the UN news service. – This is a reflection of the global consensus: the time of decisive action has come & nbsp; against discrimination, hostility and violence that Muslims face the world. “& Amp; nbsp; global The problem is Islamophobia, according to Moratinos, has long ceased to be a regional problem. Today it is a global phenomenon covering a variety of continents, countries and communities. According to the UN, the Muslim community in the world has more than 2.5 billion people – almost a third of the population of the planet. Therefore, the Moratino emphasizes, ensuring the rights and dignity of these people should become an integral part of the efforts of the international community to ensure justice and equality. & Amp; nbsp; “If we do not protect the rights of Muslims, we cannot talk about the universality of human rights,” is convinced Diplomat. & nbsp; connection with the civilization alliance 62 ~The alliance of civilizations, created in 2005 on the initiative of the former UN Secretary General of Cofi Annan and supported by the Spanish government, was designed to overcome the gap between the East and the West, between cultures and religions. Moravinos, who heads this organization, considers the unification of several of its mandates – according to Islamophobia, anti -Semitism and inter -civilizational dialogue – a strategic solution: “After September 11, we began work against the popularization of the concept of“ clash of civilizations ”. Now we & nbsp; we continue, offering a different vision & nbsp; – the path of respect, enlightenment and mutual understanding. “& Amp; nbsp; priorities work strategy for the fight against Islamophobia Moraveno intends to build & nbsp; around two key directions. 62 > 62 > 62 > 62 > 62 > 62In his opinion, in Western countries, Islam is often perceived through the prism of stereotypes based on fears and ignorance. Therefore, one & nbsp; from the first steps, according to the diplomat, it should be & nbsp; launching educational programs that will explain the essence of Islamic culture, its true values and the role in the history of mankind. & Amp; nbsp; “Many refer to the Qur’an without reading it,” says Moratinos. – We must eliminate misunderstanding through a systemic education – in schools, through the media and in public space. “& Amp; nbsp; at the same time, according to the envoy, it is necessary to build legal guarantees to protect Muslims from discrimination and violence. As a positive example & nbsp; he noted the recent steps to reform the legislation taken by the governments of Sweden and Denmark. & Amp; nbsp; wide international Cooperation The key role in the fight against Islamophobia, according to Moratinos, should play partnerships – both individual states and from international organizations. Negotiations are already underway with the organization of Islamic cooperation, as well as with the governments of countries with large Muslim communities, such as Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Egypt, Qatar and Turkey. & Amp; NBSP; “We cannot act alone,” says the diplomat. – Only through cooperation with states and regional unions can we achieve sustainable progress. ” Its implementation is calculated until 2026. & Amp; nbsp; religious intolerance as a global call 60 ~/h2 ~ moraytinos that its mission is not limited Islamophobia: we are talking about overcoming any forms of religious intolerance – & nbsp; whether it is the persecution of Christians, Jews, Buddhists or representatives of other faiths. & nbsp; “We must see a complete picture,” says the diplomat. – Only a global, multilateral approach will allow you to build a truly inclusive society where they respect every & nbsp; faith. “& Amp; nbsp; unity in The variety moatinos is inspired by the fact that the initiative to create a post that he now occupies, has found unanimous support from the international community. The resolution was supported by states with various religious traditions. & Amp; nbsp; “This gives me confidence: we can really achieve success if we work together – regardless of faith, geographical location & nbsp; and stories,” says the special substitute.