Oslo: The annual Oslo Peace Forum kicks off tomorrow, Wednesday, in the Norwegian capital, Oslo, with broad international participation. The two-day event is themed “Reimagining the Power of Mediation and Diplomacy for Peacemaking in an Increasingly Volatile World.”

According to Qatar News Agency, the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the organizer of the forum, stated in a statement Tuesday that the forum will bring together decision-makers and peace actors to discuss the most pressing international issues of the moment. The event aims to provide an informal setting for participants to exchange experiences and generate ideas for resolving some of the world’s most complex and protracted conflicts and ways to achieve international peace and security.

The agenda features sessions on various topics, including the risks and opportunities of a ceasefire, the role of mediation diplomacy, and the challenges of negotiated peace. Additionally, the forum will address the current situation in regions such as the Middle East, Sudan, Ukraine, Congo, and Myanmar.

Since its inception in 2003, the Oslo Forum has established itself as a leading international platform for dialogue on peace and mediation. This year’s forum aims to continue building on its legacy of promoting dialogue and fostering understanding among global leaders and peace actors.