Wide Participation in IPCGE and ICCEHS Panel on Advancing
the Abraham Accords Toward Peace and Prosperity in Davos
ICCEHS Launches
the Abrahamic Coexistence Program
Davos, 21st of January 2026
On the margins of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, the International Committee on Countering Extremist and Hate Speech (ICCEHS), in partnership with the Inter-Parliamentary Coalition for Global Ethics (IPCGE), convened a high-level international panel entitled “From Agreements to Outcomes: The Abraham Accords and the Path to Peace and Prosperity.”
Held at the Abraham House in Davos, the event brought together senior officials, policymakers, academics, media professionals, and civil society leaders from more than 20 countries, reflecting a shared recognition that translating diplomatic frameworks into tangible outcomes has become an urgent priority amid growing regional and global challenges.
Participants emphasized the critical role of responsible communication, inclusive engagement, and institutional cooperation as essential pillars for transforming the Abraham Accords from political agreements into durable pathways for stability, peace, and sustainable prosperity.
The panel examined the Abraham Accords not merely as diplomatic agreements, but as a transformative framework capable of fostering tolerance, intercultural dialogue, and long-term peace in the Middle East and beyond. Moving beyond political signatures, discussions focused on how normalization processes can be translated into tangible societal impact and a sustainable culture of coexistence.
Opening the event, Dr. Nidal Shoukeir, Executive Board Director of ICCEHS, emphasized that the Abraham Accords marked a historic turning point in the region. He stated: “Peace is not a moment. It is a process. Prosperity is not a promise. It is a responsibility. The Abraham Accords opened a door. What matters now… is what we choose to build behind that door. If we invest in people, transform narratives, and institutionalize cooperation, these accords can become more than a diplomatic milestone—they can become a model.”
During his intervention, Dr. Shoukeir officially launched the ICCEHS Program on Abrahamic Coexistence, describing it as: “an initiative grounded in innovation, responsibility, and human dignity, designed to create a genuine people-to-people movement that says yes to peace and turns agreements into lived reality.” He concluded by stressing: “Together, we can ensure that peace is not only negotiated—but lived, protected, and passed on to the next generation.”
In his keynote address, H.E. Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the King Hamad Global Center for Coexistence and Tolerance, stated: “The Abraham Accords represent an important political milestone, but their true value lies in what follows. Their success will be measured by whether they foster trust between communities, reduce the space for extremism, and translate diplomatic intent into lived coexistence. What gives meaning to any agreement is not its language, but its reflection in conduct, institutions, and the responsible management of difference.”
He added: “From the perspective of the King Hamad Global Center for Coexistence and Tolerance, peace is not a slogan. It is a system grounded in ethical leadership, institutional responsibility, and social cohesion. The Abrahamic dimension is not a theological debate, but a recognition of a shared moral foundation that affirms human dignity, respect for diversity, accountability, and the rejection of violence and extremism.”
Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS Research and Advisory, stated: “The Abrahamic Accords cannot be viewed merely as conventional diplomatic arrangements. Rather, they represent a transformative framework that redefines the very concept of peace. They move us from a logic of conflict management to one of coexistence, and from a focus on relations between states to an investment in relations between peoples.”
He added: “The central challenge today lies in transforming political normalization into tangible societal impact. Achieving this requires integrated policies that invest in education as a tool for shaping awareness, in media as a powerful force in forming public opinion, and in culture as a bridge connecting diverse identities. Empowering youth and engaging them in cross-border projects, exchange programs, and innovation initiatives is also essential to embedding a lasting culture of peace. Peace cannot be separated from prosperity and development.”
Hon. Gennaro Migliore, Advisory Board Director of ICCEHS, highlighted the broader political significance of the Accords, stating: “The Abraham Accords broke a historic taboo and proved that normalization between Israel and the Arab world is both possible and productive. But they are not an endpoint; they are a political infrastructure that must be expanded. Their real strength lies in growth and in their ability to turn cooperation into a new regional normal. Their deeper value is to show that different identities can coexist without canceling each other out, and that religious, cultural, and national diversity can become a source of stability rather than conflict. Agreements are texts; peace is built on relationships, institutions, and everyday life. Now is the time for results.”
His Excellency Ambassador Khalid Al Ghaith, Secretary-General of the Higher Committee of Human Fraternity, emphasized the ethical and educational dimensions of peacebuilding, stating: “The Abraham Accord is not an endpoint, it is a platform. What matters now is what we build on it. We must translate its spirit into initiatives that strengthen coexistence, advance human fraternity, and education has to be at the centre of that effort. We educate for peace, not only to prevent conflict, but to form generations who see dignity, dialogue, and shared humanity as the norm.”
Mr. Nadim Ammar, President of the Israeli Druze Foundation for Academic and Cultural Advancement, stated: “The Abraham Accords represent a turning point for our region. They are not only diplomatic agreements, but a new way of thinking — one that places cooperation above conflict, and shared interests above division. They strengthen regional security, open doors for economic growth, and encourage dialogue between nations, religions, and cultures.”
Mrs. Shoshana Nicole Bekerman, Director of the Inter-Parliamentary Coalition for Global Ethics (IPCGE), highlighted the importance of parliamentary diplomacy and ethical leadership in sustaining peace initiatives. She emphasized the role of legislators and cross-parliamentary cooperation in translating political agreements into accountable public policies and inclusive governance frameworks, underscoring that ethical principles and institutional responsibility are essential to embedding the values of coexistence and dialogue within national and international decision-making processes.
The panel concluded with a shared understanding that advancing the Abraham Accords from agreements to outcomes requires long-term commitment, inclusive participation, responsible narratives, and strong institutional frameworks, positioning them as a potential model for peacebuilding and coexistence in regions facing protracted conflict.
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