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2/25/25, 3:48 PM UAE hands over presidency of 115th Arab Economic and Social Council to Bahrain
In his opening speech, Al Kait reaffirmed the UAE's unwavering commitment to supporting all
frameworks of joint Arab action across various fields, including the social sector and its associated
projects and initiatives, in line with the vision and directives of its leadership.
He highlighted that during its presidency of the 114th session of the Council, the UAE was keen to
support and endorse various Arab efforts to advance social progress, contributing positively to
comprehensive and sustainable development.
He also underscored the significance of pioneering initiatives that bring tangible progress and
prosperity to Arab societies, citing the Arab Reading Challenge as one of the region's most
prominent knowledge and cultural initiatives driving social development.
Al Kait stressed the importance of continuing joint efforts to implement the resolutions of the 114th
session of the Economic and Social Council, which serve as a fundamental pillar and roadmap for
achieving common objectives in economic and social development.
He announced the formal handover of the presidency of the current session to Bahrain and extended
his best wishes for its success in supporting Arab development efforts and enhancing the work of the
Arab Economic and Social Council across various sectors to promote prosperity for Arab nations
and peoples.
The draft agenda of the Social Committee includes a review of the implementation of the resolutions
from the 114th session of the Economic and Social Council and the activities of the General
Secretariat between the 114th and 115th sessions.
Additionally, the draft agenda addresses the social aspects of the economic and social dossier for the
34th regular session of the Arab League Council at the summit level, set to be held in Iraq.
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