Riccardi also discussed how in today's increasingly diverse world, there is more risk in coexistence of different religious and ethnic groups. He affirmed dialogue as a mediation tool for peace. Understanding restores sympathy. Dialogue generates sympathy and leads to coexistence. Ricarrdi also expressed concern over easy access to arms and how this exacerbates conflicts between groups with opposing views and backgrounds.
War remains as a terrible companion for all people.
As our world enters a new century the world needs the wisdom of dialogue, friendship and faith. These are not marginal elements but part of reality and needed for peace. The community of Sant' Egidio is now a movement of over 30,000 men and women that is present in 60 countries. The movement has expanded through personal contacts and friendship continues to be a uniting bond.