Stars and Stripes fly again: US back at UNESCO

Before the ceremony, Biden emphasised American leadership in preserving cultural heritage and promoting education and science worldwide….reports Asian Lite News

US First Lady Jill Biden participated in a flag-raising ceremony at UNESCO in Paris on Tuesday, marking America’s official return to the UN agency after a controversial five-year absence.

With the Eiffel Tower in the backdrop, the Stars and Stripes were hoisted to applause and the national anthem.

Before the ceremony, Biden emphasised American leadership in preserving cultural heritage and promoting education and science worldwide.

Today's most pressing challenges can only be solved if all nations work together.

This is why today we are stronger, as the US🇺🇸 flag has been raised again at UNESCO Headquarters.

We thank @FLOTUS for her inspiring words.

USA, welcome back home! pic.twitter.com/ztbQ8HIwOU
— UNESCO 🏛️ #Education #Sciences #Culture 🇺🇳 (@UNESCO) July 25, 2023

She expressed pride in rejoining UNESCO, stating it aligns with President Joe Biden’s commitment to restoring US global leadership.

UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay also delivered a speech, emphasizsing unity and strength amidst global challenges.

The United States had announced its intention to rejoin UNESCO in June, and the organisation’s 193 member states earlier this month voted to approve the return.