It is an honor to touch on the topics of mutual learning among Asian civilizations in correlation with the construction of communities that have a shared future for mankind. There is an undeniable relation in the international community from the cohesion of cultures to have everlasting effects of peace, sustainable development, and progress. There are two keen themes in sharing mutual learning amongst civilizations and building communities with a shared future for mankind. First, the protection of cultural heritage and understanding of different cultures is a fundamental tool to support the development of peaceful societies, strengthen sustainable development, and prevent violent extremism. Secondly, there is a shared responsibility of all cultures to take part in mutual learning and having tolerance for various cultures.Asia is the most populated continent, with 60% of the world’s population living there, along with the greatest diversity in culture. Although Asia is the home of 4.46 billion people speaking about 2,300 languages, Asia can speak the universal language of peace and cohesion. The beauty of the diverse cultural setting in Asia is within the passed-down traditions from generations. Ancient Asian cultures have passed down their traditions and beliefs that reflect in the beautiful, diverse Asia we have today. Along with the diversity of the large population of Asia, it is the birthplace for several religions Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam, Jainism, Judaism, Shinto, Sikhism, Taoism, and Zoroastrianism, amongst others. The cohesion of the diversity in religions, cultures, and languages is an extraordinary concept and the key to peace and sustainability for Asia.There is a connecting relation between interfaith dialogue of different cultures and the protection that it enables for cultural heritage. Respect, value, and protection are the building blocks that come from the cohesion of cultures and are naturally produced to cultural heritage protection. As Asian Civilizations communicate and build tolerance, they are open to a relation of respect for one another. Respect correlates to value, and value will be the protecting factor for cultures. The brutal and systematic destruction of cultural heritage is used as a war tactic to intimidate populations and erase their history and identity. Sharing mutual learning amongst Asian Civilizations will dismantle any destruction of cultural heritage because the destruction is sprouted from hatred and intolerance. Once we find common ground, we then reach a mutual trust.When we come to accept one another, we value each other. Value and intolerance are accompanied by respect. If we build communities where people accept different cultures and religions, then people will respect one another for those differences. Respect for those differences echoes to the protection of cultural heritage. Cultures will not just interact in peaceful respects, but cultures will have security.Needless to say, cultural heritage forms part of our identity as it is a reflection of human history and civilizations. Its protection is a shared responsibility of the international community, in the interest of future generations. Effective cooperation at the national and international levels among different stakeholders is crucial to protecting and preserving our shared cultural heritage,When we build local leveled cohesion of people from various regions, it exponentially ripples through to international levels of peace and cooperation. As we practice cooperation of multi-cultural environments in the present, we influence the future to have peace and security. When Asian cultures exchange and learn about one another in an accepting tone and a manner of cohesion, there will be the growth of sustainable development and peacebuilding for each individual, community, and nation. As we build small communities of mutual cultural exchange, we build to the international arena that elevates with peace and security for all of Asia.The International Federation for Peace and Sustainable Development is dedicated to the achievement of global peace, sustainable development and equality for all humanity. The IFPSD strongly believes that humanity can achieve the goal of peaceful integration of different cultural and religious groups through peaceful discussions, it is imperative for peaceful dialogues among different faiths and religions to enhance mutual understanding, harmony, and cooperation among people.As one of the leading entities in the United Nations systems for the promotion of interfaith dialogue, the IFPSD annually hosts high-level events for interfaith dialogue with the aim to discuss shared values and the importance of religious tolerance in Asia, Europe, the Americas, Middle East, Africa, and Australia. The IFPSD encourages all states to support, on a voluntary basis, the spread of the message of interfaith harmony and goodwill in the world’s churches, mosques, synagogues, temples, or any place of religious worship.The IFPSD is dedicated to the mission of promoting the United Nations Charter principles and purposes for a better world for all humanity, and most importantly to take action in reaffirming that the mutual understanding and inter-religious dialogue constitute crucial dimensions for a culture of sustainable peace and development for all of humanity.IFPSD aims to protect cultural heritage around the world by hosting high-level events to share experience and expertise on safeguarding the world’s cultural heritage, as mandated by the United Nations Resolution 2199 (2015) and 2347 (2017).In response to the alarming escalation of cultural destruction around the world, The International Federation for Peacekeeping and Sustainable Development (IFPSD) spearheaded the very first ever UN event on protecting endangered cultural heritage in times of conflict. IFPSD acted to protect cultural heritage by offering its contribution in the drafting of the United Nations Resolution 2347 (2017) and becoming its signatory at the United Nations Headquarters, in New York. The resolution 2347 (2017) was unanimously adopted in the UN Security Council to condemn the destruction and smuggling of cultural heritage, affirming that such unlawful destruction of cultural heritage, religious sites and artifacts could constitute a war crime and must be brought to justice. IFPSD’s work to promote and protect cultural heritage is a step towards creating Sustainable Cities and Communities by safeguarding the world’s cultural and natural heritage as a part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.IFPSD views cultural heritage as a fundamental part of a population’s identity, and since its inception in 2001, remains committed to advocating for the preservation of history and justice across the globe. On this occasion, the world-renowned archeologist and IFPSD’s Ambassador of Cultural Heritage, Dr. Zahi Hawass, will once again be recognized for his paramount efforts in advocating for these issues.Mankind has always faced difficulties with the integration of cultures and regions throughout history. We are in an era of numerous challenges, and increasing risks as technology and communication facilitate globalization and instabilities in areas of conflict has caused large flows of diverse people on a global scale. Interconnection and interdependence add complicating factors to an existing challenge when it comes to the peaceful integration of cultural and religious groups.No country in the world can enjoy absolute security from the turmoil of cross-cultural integration on its own. No country can be truly secure while others are in turmoil. Instead of reacting to neighboring turmoil by becoming increasingly more nationalist, xenophobic, and trade protectionism, all countries should pursue common, comprehensive, cooperative, and sustainable actions to achieve global peace and security. Rapid growth in cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity within each nation-state calls for strategic social reform for peace.Countries should strengthen macro policy coordination; pursue mutual long and short term interest with a focus on resolving deep-seated problems that hinder peaceful inclusivity and integration. The focus should be for nations to seize the historic opportunity of this era by utilizing the technology, scientific, and industrial advancements to drive growth through innovation and non-discriminatory multilateral global trade. Nations should strengthen coordination and improve governance. Growth of economic globalization encourages a culture of openness towards different groups of people. Countries should promote and focus on creating partnerships based on dialogue, security, growth, inter civilization exchanges, and the infrastructure of a peaceful economy. Nations should refrain from politicizing humanitarian issues among different cultural, ethnic, and religious groups. All countries are encouraged to uphold the authority of the international rule of laws that facilitates peaceful integrations among people and fulfill their obligation in accordance with the law.The IFPSD believes that with the cooperation of nations to foster an environment of peace, and societies will be more open to differences among themselves and that of humanity.The IFPSD is a non-profit 501(c) 3 organization in consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN-ECOSOC). IFPSD is associated with the Department of Public Information (UN-DPI) and the UN Department of Political Affairs (UNDPA) as well as is accredited with the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).IFPSD is represented across 5 continents and 17 countries. The organization seeks to promote and reinforce the United Nation’s commitment to international peace, security, and justice through educational programs, public relations, and community outreach initiatives. It is committed to global issues, including Protection of Cultural Heritage, Peace and Interfaith Dialogue, Women and Girl Empowerment, Youth Leadership, Human Trafficking, and Human Rights. To that effect, IFPSD has established networks and liaison offices in multiple regions in the world to help raise awareness on these issues with the aim to support the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.