Товч агуулга:The end of the cold war, the expansion of free markets, the development of technology and communications have conspired to transform the world into diverse and multicultural societies. Is this a blessing or a curse? At the turn of the new century, we witness in this world increasing amount of terror, violence, and atrocities around the globe on a daily basis. Politicians and leaders of international institutions have a difficult time in dealing with violence in various form. Yet this is also an opportunity to create a harmonious community in which diverse cultures and values co-exist in an environment of mutual respect.