In a powerful address at the 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit in Kampala, Uganda, President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized the critical need to bridge digital divides and tackle the looming threat of Weapons of Mass Destruction.
Under the theme "Deepening Cooperation for Shared Global Affluence," the President highlighted how these issues have further widened the gap between NAM developing states and the developed world, deepening global inequalities.
President Wickremesinghe urged the international community to recognize the urgency of addressing these challenges, emphasizing the pivotal role that a united NAM could play in fostering a more equitable world. He underscored the importance of collective efforts in mitigating the impacts of digital disparities and preventing the proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction.
"The digital divides and the threat of Weapons of Mass Destruction have become potent catalysts for exacerbating inequalities between the NAM developing states and the developed world," President Wickremesinghe remarked during his address. "It is imperative that we stand united as the Non-Aligned Movement to confront these challenges head-on, with a commitment to reinvent our strategies for a better, more inclusive world."
The President further stressed the need for NAM member states to collaborate closely on technological advancements and innovations to bridge the digital gaps that hinder economic progress and social development. He called for a collective approach to ensure that the benefits of the digital age are accessible to all nations, irrespective of their economic status.
