International Day of Friendship - 30 July

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The United Nations' International Day of Friendship, also known as World Friendship Day, is observed globally on July 30 each year to honor the bonds of friendship.

An Overview of the News

• The day is celebrated with various activities, acknowledging the importance of friendship despite differing dates observed worldwide.

• 2024 marks the 13th anniversary of International Friendship Day.

Background of International Day of Friendship:

• In 2011, during the 65th UN session, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the resolution A/65/L.72, proclaiming July 30 of each year as the International Day of Friendship.

• The first International Friendship Day was observed in 2011.

United Nations (UN):

• Established: October 24, 1945

• Headquarters: New York City, United States of America (USA)

• Secretary-General: António Guterres

Note: In India, Friendship Day is celebrated on the first Sunday in August.