Resolution (2003/4) on Combating the Defamation of Religions

The United Nations Commission on Human Rights has issued a Resolution (2003/4) on Combating the Defamation of Religions. The Resolution “calls upon the international community to initiate a global dialogue to promote a culture of tolerance based on respect for human rights and respect for religious diversity and urges the States, non-governmental organizations, religious bodies and the print and electronic media to support and promote such a dialogue”. Particularly highlighted is the Muslim tradition, which, since the events of 11th September 2001, has, in some places, suffered from discrimination.