World summit on tackling racism and discrimination kicks off in The Hague

Around 1500 participants from over 80 countries are attending the Unesco Global Forum against Racism and Discrimination in The Hague. Prime Minister Rob Jetten opened the event, emphasizing the ongoing issues of discrimination and racism. King Willem-Alexander engaged with international guests about global challenges in combating these issues. The forum aims to address strategies and policies for tackling racism and discrimination, highlighting the need for accountability and change. The event is held in The Hague, known as the international city of peace and justice, which hosts significant legal institutions. The Netherlands sees this as an opportunity to take international responsibility and share its experiences in addressing discrimination.