The United Nations has highlighted the importance of science and technology in understanding the world and building a better future for people, marking International Week of Science and Peace.
The organisation said on Monday, November 9, on X that science is essential for understanding the world around us and creating a better future for all people.
The United Nations added that International Week of Science and Peace provides an opportunity to highlight the link between science, technology and peace.
The occasion was first observed in 1986, and in 1988, the United Nations General Assembly officially recognised it as an annual observance through the adoption of a resolution.
Under the resolution, the International Week of Science and Peace is observed every year during the week that includes November 11.
The purpose of the observance is to raise public awareness of the role of scientific and technological advances in maintaining peace and security and promoting international cooperation among scientists.
