GENEVA: Kuwait’s permanent delegation to the United Nations in Geneva has reaffirmed the country’s steadfast commitment to promoting and protecting human rights and its full cooperation with all mechanisms of the Human Rights Council. The statement was delivered by Second Secretary Dr Nada Al-Dhubaib during an interactive dialogue on the report of the UN High Commissioner, held under the third item of the agenda of the Council’s 60th session.
Dr Al-Dhubaib highlighted Kuwait’s ongoing efforts to advance human rights through the implementation of its National Development Plan, New Kuwait 2035, which focuses on building a diversified and sustainable economy, empowering women and youth, promoting social justice, and improving education and healthcare services.
She also noted Kuwait’s initiatives to support small and medium enterprises, broaden social protection and ensure equal opportunities for all segments of society. Dr Al-Dhubaib emphasized that economic, social, and cultural rights are inseparable from civil and political rights, stressing the need for a fair international environment grounded in multilateral cooperation, respect for international law and non-politicization of human rights issues. — KUNA
