Saudi Quality of Life Program Concludes Participation in Meetings of UN-Habitat in Kenya

Saudi Quality of Life Program Concludes Participation in Meetings of UN-Habitat in Kenya
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Saudi Quality of Life Program Concludes Participation in Meetings of UN-Habitat in Kenya

Saudi Quality of Life Program Concludes Participation in Meetings of UN-Habitat in Kenya

The Saudi Quality of Life Program concluded its participation in the meetings of the second session of the General Assembly of the United Nations Human Settlements Program (UN-Habitat), which was held in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, from 5 to 9 June 2023.

The program was represented by the Mayor of the Eastern region, Eng. Fahd bin Mohammed Al-Jubeir, the Program's CEO Khalid Al-Bakr, and many representatives of other sectors and countries worldwide.

Entitled "A sustainable urban future through Comprehensive and effective pluralism that Achieves the Goals of sustainable development," the meeting discussed organizational issues and the strategic plan of the UN-Habitat, in addition to reviewing the preparatory work for the second session of the UN-Habitat Assembly.

The meeting also witnessed discussion, educating and promoting climate action, and improving the urban environment.

Noura Al-Yousef, a member of the Quality of Life Program discussed the centering of society regarding the themes of quality of life and the promotion of its concept of urban governance, which works to improve the lives of individuals and communities while contributing to its implementation.

UN-Habitat aims to improve education and work on a better urban future, as its mission is to promote sustainable development of human settlements in the social and environmental fields and to provide adequate shelter for all through the development and implementation of joint projects within the framework of achieving an integrated approach to urban development. Sustainable.



Arab League Celebrates World Arabic Language Day

General view of hotels, banks and office buildings by the Nile River in Egypt, September 12, 2022. REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh/File Photo
General view of hotels, banks and office buildings by the Nile River in Egypt, September 12, 2022. REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh/File Photo
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Arab League Celebrates World Arabic Language Day

General view of hotels, banks and office buildings by the Nile River in Egypt, September 12, 2022. REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh/File Photo
General view of hotels, banks and office buildings by the Nile River in Egypt, September 12, 2022. REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh/File Photo

The General Secretariat of the Arab League's Social Affairs Sector, Culture and Dialogue of Civilizations Department has celebrated the World Arabic Language Day, established under the United Nation General Assembly Resolution 3190 of 1973.

The resolution has set December 18 as the annual World Arabic Language Day and recognized Arabic as one of the official and working languages of the UN.

The celebration included the participation of Deputy Secretary General of King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language Dr. Ibrahim Abanmi, along with heads of numerous Arab and regional organizations, leaders of Arab federations, academics, and experts in the field of Arabic language.

The event highlighted an important segment focused on the Arab strategy to promote the Arabic language, emphasizing its role as a symbol of Arab identity and a crucial tool for development. An action plan was also introduced to facilitate the achievement of these objectives.

This initiative follows a decision made by the UN Economic and Social Council in September, which instructed the general secretariat to refresh the strategy and its action plan in collaboration with various stakeholders. The goal is to adapt to global changes and address the ongoing challenges that the Arabic language and identity face today.
The celebration also included discussions on artificial intelligence and a focus on classical Arabic poetry.