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Observer
7 days ago
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- Observer
Oman participates in Arab forum for equality
ALGIERS: The Sultanate of Oman participated in the Fourth Arab Forum for Equality "Dialogue and Solutions" 2025, organised by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) in the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria. Dr Laila bint Ahmed al Najjar, Minister of Social Development, represented Oman at the forum. This year's forum focused on discussing regional priorities to address inequality and social protection amid the crises facing the Arab region. It examined how social protection systems can reduce inequalities stemming from economic, environmental, humanitarian and political challenges, while promoting inclusive and sustainable development. During a panel discussion on "Financing Comprehensive Social Protection", Dr Al Najjar highlighted Oman's key national experiences and practices in this field, including the implementation of a social protection system to enhance financial and operational efficiency, diversify funding sources and provide direct cash benefits to the elderly, children, orphans, widows, persons with disabilities and low-income families. - ONA
Observer
23-06-2025
- Politics
- Observer
Oman at ESCWA meeting on social development in Algeria
ALGIERS: The Sultanate of Oman on Monday took part in the 16th session of the Social Development Committee of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA). The meeting was held in the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria. Oman's delegation to the meeting was headed by Dr Laila bint Ahmed al Najjar, Minister of Social Development. During its sessions, the ESCWA committee discussed topics related to social protection systems in the Arab region as a means of promoting equality. It also underlined the importance of adopting innovative and more comprehensive policies to ensure the sustainability and efficiency of social programmes. The meeting reviewed ESCWA's efforts in the field of social development, recommendations issued by the Committee at its 15th session, activities of ESCWA 'Intersessional Expert Working Group on Persons with Disabilities' and the organisation's 'Expert Group on Social Protection Reform'. The session will include the 'Fourth Arab Forum for Equality', which will highlight the ability of social protection systems to address the most serious forms of inequality. The participation of the Ministry of Social Development in the meeting stems from its commitment to enhance regional cooperation, exchange expertise and support efforts for achieving sustainable development and ameliorate citizens' quality of life. — ONA
