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Al Etihad
a day ago
- Politics
- Al Etihad
UAE places human rights as top priority at 2026 Water Conference
8 July 2025 21:39 GENEVA (WAM)The United Arab Emirates reaffirmed its longstanding commitment to human rights - particularly the right to safe drinking water and sanitation - during a high-level discussion panel at the 59th session of the Human Rights a co-host of the 2026 United Nations Water Conference, alongside the Republic of Senegal, the UAE emphasised that ensuring equitable access to water is not only a development priority but a fundamental human right central to its national and international Jama Al Musharakh, Permanent Representative of the UAE to the United Nations and Other International Organisations in Geneva, participated in a discussion panel, which was convened in accordance with Human Rights Council Resolution 57/13, adopted on 10th October session focused on integrating human rights into the preparatory process for the 2026 United Nations Water this regard, Al Musharakh said: 'This important discussion reaffirms the UAE's commitment to advancing human rights to water and sanitation, both locally and globally. We believe empowering people through access to safe water and sanitation is essential to achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda and building sustainable, inclusive communities.'Al Musharakh underscored the importance of inclusivity in shaping the themes and outcomes of the 2026 further highlighted the UAE's leadership in expanding access to clean water through both national strategies and international development initiatives, including the UAE Water Security Strategy 2036, the Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative, and the UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia), which have provided clean water to over 15 million people in 37 countries around the UAE is championing a transparent, collaborative, and inclusive process that centers human rights, gender equality , and support for marginalised communities across all six proposed interactive dialogues. The country is also actively preparing for the upcoming preparatory meeting convened by the President of the General Assembly in New York on July 9, where the themes of the interactive dialogues will be formally adopted.
Arab Times
5 days ago
- Politics
- Arab Times
Kuwait warns against politicization of human rights issues at UN forum
GENEVA, July 5: Kuwait's delegation to the United Nations in Geneva emphasized the critical role of technical cooperation and capacity-building in advancing human rights, while calling for the avoidance of politicization and selectivity in providing such support. This was highlighted in a statement delivered by Diplomatic Attaché Asma Abdullah Al-Hajji during a panel discussion on 'Capacity Building and Technical Cooperation in the Field of Human Rights,' held as part of the 59th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC). Al-Hajji reaffirmed Kuwait's firm commitment to mutual respect among nations and stressed that technical cooperation should be responsive to the specific requests of countries and aligned with their national priorities and development needs across relevant fields. She described technical cooperation as a key element in achieving the goals of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda, underscoring Kuwait's dedication to supporting sustainable progress worldwide. The Diplomatic Attaché also highlighted the importance of exchanging expertise and successful practices among countries, emphasizing that such collaboration must be grounded in partnership, understanding, and respect for each nation's cultural and social specificities. This approach, she noted, fosters an environment conducive to promoting rights and freedoms in an inclusive and sustainable manner. Kuwait expressed its readiness to continue constructive cooperation with relevant UN mechanisms and pledged support for initiatives aimed at empowering countries to enhance their capacities in safeguarding human rights. Al-Hajji called for depoliticization and non-selectivity in the delivery of technical cooperation and capacity-building efforts, reiterating Kuwait's commitment to maintaining respectful relations with all countries. The panel discussion also examined the role of technical cooperation in supporting the efforts of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) to strengthen national human rights protection frameworks. Participants emphasized the vital contribution of national institutions and mechanisms responsible for implementation, monitoring, reporting, and follow-up as part of comprehensive strategies to ensure respect for fundamental rights and freedoms.
Mid East Info
02-07-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Hamdan Smart University Launches College of Sustainability and Green Economy
Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) has announced the launch of the College of Sustainability and Green Economy, following official accreditation from the Commission for Academic Accreditation in the United Arab Emirates. This milestone reflects the University's ongoing commitment to supporting the nation's efforts to achieve sustainable development and build a green, knowledge-based economy. In its initial phase, the new college will offer a Bachelor of Science in Sustainability and Green Economy and a Master's in Environmental Management and Sustainability. Both programs are designed in alignment with international best practices to equip learners with applied knowledge and specialized skills in environmental policy, resource management, and green technologies—leveraging HBMSU's advanced smart learning ecosystem. Commenting on the occasion, H.E. Professor Ahmed Ankit, Acting Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, said: 'The launch of the College of Sustainability and Green Economy reflects HBMSU's forward-thinking vision to deliver specialized, high-quality education that addresses both national and global challenges. It empowers national talents to lead the transition toward a sustainable, knowledge-based economy. The new college reaffirms our commitment to providing academic programs that align with market needs and enhance the readiness of human capital in key areas such as sustainability, circular economy, and environmental innovation. It also supports the objectives of 'We the UAE 2031' and the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda by establishing a flexible academic model that creates positive impact across high-priority environmental and societal sectors.'
See - Sada Elbalad
02-07-2025
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Al-Mashat: Developing & Least Developed Countries Bear Brunt of Global Debt Crisis
Nada Mustafa Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, delivered Egypt's speech at the multilateral roundtable titled 'Revitalizing international development cooperation', on behalf of H.E. Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister of Egypt, during the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development held in Spain from June 29 to July 3, 2025. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat explained that the current period is witnessing a significant decline in progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, due to escalating geopolitical tensions and multiple ongoing crises, which has resulted in successive negative impacts, especially on developing and least developed countries, which bear the heaviest burden of the global debt crisis leading to a widening and deepening gap between developed and developing countries day by day. H.E. added that the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development represents an important opportunity to reaffirm the existence of genuine political will to address the situation and to discuss effective proposals that would enhance concessional financing, support existing financial mechanisms, including Special Drawing Rights (SDRs), as well as develop new mechanisms to mobilize the required financing. The Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation pointed out that among these mechanisms, development-linked debt instruments are an example of financial instruments that can contribute to stimulate funding linked to development priorities, affirming the importance of donor countries' commitment to their pledges to developing countries, adding that the challenges faced by developing countries are also beginning to affect many middle-income countries, which face the risk of undermine the progress they have achieved due to the worsening global debt situation. Al-Mashat emphasized the need to focus on priority sectors, such as health and education, while making concerted efforts to alleviate debt burdens, which can be achieved by implementing sustainable mechanisms that contribute to supporting developing countries in a integrated manner. In conclusion of her speech, H.E. stated that the conversation should not be limited to increasing the volume of financing alone, but should also focus on capacity building of countries, so that they are able to work effectively to achieve their national priorities and implementing their development strategies independently and sustainably, expressing her hope that the conference would come out with concrete recommendations capable of making a real, positive impact in advancing the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. Rania Al-Mashat Rania Al-Mashat Rania Al-Mashat read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence"
Web Release
02-07-2025
- Business
- Web Release
Hamdan Smart University Launches College of Sustainability and Green Economy
Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) has announced the launch of the College of Sustainability and Green Economy, following official accreditation from the Commission for Academic Accreditation in the United Arab Emirates. This milestone reflects the University's ongoing commitment to supporting the nation's efforts to achieve sustainable development and build a green, knowledge-based economy. In its initial phase, the new college will offer a Bachelor of Science in Sustainability and Green Economy and a Master's in Environmental Management and Sustainability. Both programs are designed in alignment with international best practices to equip learners with applied knowledge and specialized skills in environmental policy, resource management, and green technologies—leveraging HBMSU's advanced smart learning ecosystem. Commenting on the occasion, H.E. Professor Ahmed Ankit, Acting Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, said: 'The launch of the College of Sustainability and Green Economy reflects HBMSU's forward-thinking vision to deliver specialized, high-quality education that addresses both national and global challenges. It empowers national talents to lead the transition toward a sustainable, knowledge-based economy. The new college reaffirms our commitment to providing academic programs that align with market needs and enhance the readiness of human capital in key areas such as sustainability, circular economy, and environmental innovation. It also supports the objectives of 'We the UAE 2031' and the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda by establishing a flexible academic model that creates positive impact across high-priority environmental and societal sectors.'
