The UAE’s Foreign Affairs Ministry has issued a formal protest to Sweden’s Chargé d’affaires in response to recent acts of disrespect toward the Holy Quran committed by extremists in Sweden.
Condemning Neglect of Global Obligations
The UAE strongly disapproves of Sweden’s decision to allow these offensive acts to persist, accusing the country of neglecting its global obligations and disregarding societal norms.
Emphasizing the Importance of Tolerance and Peaceful Coexistence
The Ministry stresses the significance of monitoring hate speech and racist expressions that undermine peace and security while criticizing the misuse of freedom of expression to justify appalling actions.
Promoting Unity and Respect for Religious Symbols
UAE firmly denounces activities that disrupt peace and violate human values, reaffirming that hate speech and extremism run counter to international efforts to promote tolerance and unity among nations.
The Ministry emphasizes the need to respect religious symbols and avoid divisive actions, especially during times when global unity is essential for upholding principles of tolerance and peaceful coexistence. It argues that these principles are vital for stability and sustainable development, highlighting that permitting disrespectful acts contradicts international laws protecting religions and religious symbols from attacks.
The warning is clear – hate speech and extremism have the potential to ignite, intensify, and perpetuate conflicts worldwide.
