The olive tree, specifically the olive branch, holds an important place in the minds of men and women. On 26 november every year, the states members of the international olive council celebrate world olive day together to share their message “choose olives to protect our planet and our health!” What does unesco do for world olive tree day palestine Land of olives and vines see more The document presents a proposal to proclaim 26 november as world olive tree day, following the endorsement by the executive board at its 206th session.
By celebrating world olive tree day on 26 november each year, unesco invites the international community to mobilize for all that the olive tree symbolizes The need for openness and exchange and the ideal of harmony among peoples and with nature. This symbol continues to accompany us today Not only have its branches adorned the flag of the united nations since it was founded, but there is an olive tree growing in the square of tolerance at our headquarters in paris as a permanent reminder of our commitment and our raison d’être.
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