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SDRPY Shares Sustainable Development Experience in Yemen at UN Conference in Qatar

A photo hand-out from the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) for its delegation participating in the Doha Conference.
A photo hand-out from the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) for its delegation participating in the Doha Conference.
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SDRPY Shares Sustainable Development Experience in Yemen at UN Conference in Qatar

A photo hand-out from the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) for its delegation participating in the Doha Conference.
A photo hand-out from the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) for its delegation participating in the Doha Conference.

Officials from the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) are taking part in the 5th UN Conference on the Least Developed Countries being held in the Qatari capital, Doha.

Besides sharing the organization’s development experience in Yemen, SDRPY officials affirmed that the program would continue supporting initiatives and development in various fields.

The program’s General Supervisor Mohammed Al-Jaber was representing the organization as part of the Kingdom’s delegation led by Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Al-Ibrahim.

During the conference, SDRPY officials took part in high-level thematic roundtables and sessions where they highlighted the Kingdom’s efforts in Yemen to achieve sustainable development.

The roundtable also tackled supporting structural transformation as an engine for achieving prosperity, enhancing the participation of the least-developed countries in international trade and regional integration, and addressing environmental issues, including climate change.

Side sessions focused on sustainable energy, rural and agricultural development, digital communication, and sustainable tourism.

In a statement released on Wednesday, the SDRPY affirmed Saudi Arabia’s keenness to stand by Yemen and assist its government in meeting the needs of Yemenis and improving their daily lives.

Saudi Arabia is also interested in directing Yemen toward sustainable development. The Kingdom is aiding Yemen by utilizing integrated efforts between all competent Saudi authorities.

SDRPY emphasized that it implements development projects and initiatives in various vital sectors.

It does so by considering the empowerment of youth, women, and all segments of society.

Additionally, the program clarified that it is working to unify development efforts in Yemen with partners from the UN and international organizations and in coordination with the Yemeni government and local authorities to sustain development and produce the best results.

According to the statement, SDRPY relies on multiple partnerships to advance the development process in Yemen. These partnerships come in many forms, such as joint projects, technical assistance programs, knowledge exchange platforms, and partnerships between the public and private sectors.

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Scholars’ Gathering Affirms Islamic Consensus on Women’s Right to Education

The exclusive Scholars’ Session, part of the “Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities” initiative, was held in Islamabad. Asharq Al-Awsat
The exclusive Scholars’ Session, part of the “Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities” initiative, was held in Islamabad. Asharq Al-Awsat
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Scholars’ Gathering Affirms Islamic Consensus on Women’s Right to Education

The exclusive Scholars’ Session, part of the “Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities” initiative, was held in Islamabad. Asharq Al-Awsat
The exclusive Scholars’ Session, part of the “Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities” initiative, was held in Islamabad. Asharq Al-Awsat

Bringing together representatives from Fiqh academies, organizations, councils, and religious committees, along with a distinguished assembly of muftis and senior scholars from various schools of thought and sects across the Islamic world, the Scholars’ Session reaffirmed the enduring consensus in Islam—both historically and contemporarily—on the legitimate right of women to education.

The exclusive Scholars’ Session, part of the “Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities” initiative, was held in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, under the leadership of Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars.

At the conclusion of the extensive scholarly dialogue, which lasted several hours, all participants unanimously affirmed—with enlightened judgment—the Islamic consensus, both historically and contemporarily, on the legitimate right of women to education.

This consensus is based on the comprehensive Islamic texts concerning the matter, affirming that women possess the same rights as their male counterparts to education at any age, level, or field of study, provided it aligns with Islamic teachings.

The discussion underscored that this right is rooted in the fundamental Islamic obligation of seeking knowledge, which applies equally to both genders, in accordance with Islamic teachings.

The dialogue included a thorough refutation of all misconceptions surrounding women's education, whether these were complete or partial. Participants emphasized that their religious declaration is intended for all individuals, institutions, and both public and private entities across the Islamic world and minority communities, adhering to the appropriate Islamic methodology for such declarations.

The scholars’ statements praised the comprehensive principles related to the legitimate empowerment of women in general, and their education in particular, as outlined in the Charter of Makkah and the Charter of Building Bridges between Islamic Schools of Thought and Sects.

Both international conferences, which issued these charters, were supported by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz.