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Libya Observer
26-06-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Libya takes over presidency of ESCWA Social Development Committee
Libya has officially assumed the presidency of the Social Development Committee under the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), with Minister of Social Affairs Wafaa Al-Kilani representing the country, succeeding Lebanon. The transition occurred during the opening session of the committee's 16th meeting, held in the Algerian capital, with the attendance of Arab ministers of social affairs, heads of member state delegations, and ESCWA officials. In her speech, Minister Al-Kilani reaffirmed Libya's dedication to advancing social development efforts, expanding protection and care networks for vulnerable groups, and strengthening regional coordination. She stressed the importance of joint action to achieve the sustainable development goals and to promote equality and social justice across the region. News Tagged: Ministry of Social Affairs
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
