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HRC President Praises Saudi Arabia’s Success in Combating Human Trafficking

HRC President Praises Saudi Arabia’s Success in Combating Human Trafficking
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HRC President Praises Saudi Arabia’s Success in Combating Human Trafficking

HRC President Praises Saudi Arabia’s Success in Combating Human Trafficking

President of the Saudi Human Rights Commission (HRC) and Chairman of the National Committee to Combat Trafficking in Persons Dr. Awad Al-Awwad praised the Kingdom’s successes internationally in combating human trafficking crimes.

In a press statement on the occasion of the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on Friday, Al-Awwad said the Kingdom's progress in the classifications and indicators of combating trafficking in persons internationally is a tangible translation of the keenness of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, to ensure the highest standards of protection of human rights in the Kingdom.

He said they are also keen to create a safe environment for decent living to achieve Saudi Vision 2030's objectives.

He stressed that the Kingdom has given great attention to combating trafficking in persons and has put in place strict laws that curb these crimes, prosecute and convict perpetrators, issue strict sentences against them, and provide assistance and care to the victims.

Al-Awwad underlined that the Saudi government has signed several memoranda of cooperation with relevant international organizations and bodies, and has adopted appropriate mechanisms to achieve the highest levels of coordination and cooperation locally between the Human Rights Commission, government agencies and civil society institutions.

This includes the launch of the National Action Plan to combat trafficking in persons, the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) for cases of trafficking in persons, and taking necessary national measures.

Al-Awwad stressed that the Kingdom does not tolerate trafficking in persons, and will move firmly to reach the best levels in combating this crime, and holding accountable and deterring its perpetrators.

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Saudi Arabia Highlights Vision 2030 Anti-Corruption Efforts at OIC Baku Meeting

Saudi Arabia Participates in OIC Anti-Corruption Ministerial Meeting in Baku - SPA
Saudi Arabia Participates in OIC Anti-Corruption Ministerial Meeting in Baku - SPA
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Saudi Arabia Highlights Vision 2030 Anti-Corruption Efforts at OIC Baku Meeting

Saudi Arabia Participates in OIC Anti-Corruption Ministerial Meeting in Baku - SPA
Saudi Arabia Participates in OIC Anti-Corruption Ministerial Meeting in Baku - SPA

Saudi Arabia participated in the Third Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities of the Member States of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), held in Baku, Azerbaijan, with a delegation headed by President of the Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha) Mazin bin Ibrahim Al-Kahmous.

In his address, Al-Kahmous emphasized Saudi Arabia's practical steps under Vision 2030 to enhance transparency and combat corruption, and called on member states to adopt a draft resolution submitted by the Kingdom on strengthening information exchange among anti-corruption authorities and cooperation in asset recovery and return, including signing the GlobE Network information exchange agreement.

He urged the remaining OIC member states to complete the ratification process for the Makkah Al-Mukarramah Convention on Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Cooperation, expressing hope that the meeting's outcomes would serve the shared interests of Islamic nations in combating corruption and reducing safe havens for offenders.

Saudi Arabia's participation reflects its commitment to international anti-corruption efforts, in line with Vision 2030's emphasis on governance, transparency, and accountability.

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Kuwait Summons Iranian Ambassador after Embassy Statement on 'Plot'

Kuwait's national flags are lowered to the half-mast position outside the landmark Kuwait Towers in Kuwait City on December 16, 2023, as the Gulf country mourns the death of its leader the late emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad Al Sabah. (AFP)
Kuwait's national flags are lowered to the half-mast position outside the landmark Kuwait Towers in Kuwait City on December 16, 2023, as the Gulf country mourns the death of its leader the late emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad Al Sabah. (AFP)
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Kuwait Summons Iranian Ambassador after Embassy Statement on 'Plot'

Kuwait's national flags are lowered to the half-mast position outside the landmark Kuwait Towers in Kuwait City on December 16, 2023, as the Gulf country mourns the death of its leader the late emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad Al Sabah. (AFP)
Kuwait's national flags are lowered to the half-mast position outside the landmark Kuwait Towers in Kuwait City on December 16, 2023, as the Gulf country mourns the death of its leader the late emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad Al Sabah. (AFP)

Kuwait summoned Iran's ambassador on Wednesday to protest over a statement by the Iranian embassy that it said amounted to interference in its internal affairs, the foreign ministry said.

Kuwait rejected any interference in rulings issued by its courts and called on Iran to comply with international law and the UN Charter, particularly the principle of good-neighborliness, the ministry said in a statement.

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UAE President Confers First Class Order of Zayed II on flydubai Crew

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai at the ceremony on Tuesday. (WAM)
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai at the ceremony on Tuesday. (WAM)
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UAE President Confers First Class Order of Zayed II on flydubai Crew

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai at the ceremony on Tuesday. (WAM)
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai at the ceremony on Tuesday. (WAM)

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan conferred on Tuesday the First Class Order of Zayed II on the flydubai crew members involved in September’s in-flight incident, in recognition of their courageous efforts to ensure the safety of passengers.

The honors were presented by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, who commended the crew’s actions and sense of responsibility, reported the UAE state news agency WAM.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, honors the flydubai crew with the First Class Order of Zayed II. (WAM)

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, was present at the ceremony.

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid stressed that preserving human security and safety represents the highest priority and supreme value of the UAE, praising the courage and sense of responsibility demonstrated by the crew members in performing their duties.

The crew members thanked the president and expressed their pride in receiving the honor, which reflects his recognition of the values of service, dedication and commitment.