Afghanistan, Nov. 9 -- The United Nations has highlighted the importance of science and technology in understanding the world and building a better future, marking the International Week of Science and Peace, which runs from November 9 to 15.
In a post on X on Monday, November 9, the UN said science was essential to understanding the world and creating a better future for all. It described the annual observance as an opportunity to highlight the connection between scientific progress, technology and peace.
The observance was first held in 1986 as part of the International Year of Peace. In December 1988, the UN General Assembly adopted Resolution 43/61, formally proclaiming the International Week of Science and Peace as an annual event du...