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Saudi Arabia Underscores Principles of Dialogue, Coexistence

King Salman chairs the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. (SPA)
King Salman chairs the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Underscores Principles of Dialogue, Coexistence

King Salman chairs the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. (SPA)
King Salman chairs the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. (SPA)

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday the Kingdom’s stance that calls for spreading the principles of dialogue, tolerance and coexistence and shunning hatred and extremism.

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh.

The ministers reviewed the latest regional and international developments, underlining the Kingdom’s call for tolerance and dialogue.

They were briefed on the messages received by King Salman and Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, from the presidents of Gambia and Chad.

They reviewed the Kingdom’s latest efforts on the political and economic levels over the past week, most notably its role in bolstering international cooperation in various fields and finding innovative and joint solutions to global challenges.

The government hailed the Kingdom’s participation at the World Economic Forum in Davos where it highlighted the progress it has made in achieving Vision 2030.

Saudi officials at Davos also highlighted the Kingdom’s effective international contributions and initiatives aimed at supporting the stability and growth of the global economy.

The government underlined the outcomes of the 13th meeting of the Saudi-Swiss joint economic committee that was held in Zurich and the signing of agreements aimed at expanding cooperation between the countries and seizing opportunities in various fields.

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UN Rights Council Backs Saudi-drafted Resolution to Protect Children Online

Ambassador Abdulmohsen bin Khothaila presented the resolution to the Human Rights Council during its 59th session, on behalf of the Saudi mission in Geneva. Photo: Saudi mission
Ambassador Abdulmohsen bin Khothaila presented the resolution to the Human Rights Council during its 59th session, on behalf of the Saudi mission in Geneva. Photo: Saudi mission
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UN Rights Council Backs Saudi-drafted Resolution to Protect Children Online

Ambassador Abdulmohsen bin Khothaila presented the resolution to the Human Rights Council during its 59th session, on behalf of the Saudi mission in Geneva. Photo: Saudi mission
Ambassador Abdulmohsen bin Khothaila presented the resolution to the Human Rights Council during its 59th session, on behalf of the Saudi mission in Geneva. Photo: Saudi mission

The United Nations Human Rights Council on Tuesday unanimously adopted a Saudi-drafted resolution aimed at enhancing child protection in the digital realm, a move rooted in a global initiative launched by Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman.

The resolution, introduced by Saudi Arabia’s Permanent Mission to the UN and international organizations in Geneva, seeks to advance the goals of the Kingdom’s “Child Protection in Cyberspace” initiative.

It aims to translate the initiative’s vision into concrete action through enhanced technical cooperation and capacity building.

Saudi Arabia’s Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva, Ambassador Abdulmohsen bin Khothaila, presented the draft during the Council’s 59th session under Agenda Item 10, which focuses on technical assistance and capacity development.

The proposal received broad support and was adopted by consensus, with co-sponsorship from Kuwait, Algeria, Pakistan, Azerbaijan, and Vietnam.

Addressing the Council, Khothaila stressed that the digital space has become an integral part of children’s lives, offering immense opportunities for learning and connection, while also exposing them to growing risks.

He underscored the need for stronger international cooperation, national capacity building, and technical support to reinforce national frameworks aimed at child protection.

The resolution reflects the core objectives of the Crown Prince’s initiative, including fostering international cooperation, sharing best practices, raising awareness, and equipping stakeholders with the necessary skills to ensure a safer digital environment for children.

It also highlights the importance of tailoring technical assistance to the specific needs and priorities of each country, with the aim of building sustainable national capacities and enhancing communities’ ability to respond to digital threats facing children.

The resolution underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to promoting global cooperation for a secure and inclusive digital space for children worldwide, in line with its leadership role and pioneering efforts in cybersecurity and child protection.