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Joint committee of experts, representatives from Justice, Interior Ministries convene fifth meeting
23/04/2024

​The Legal Affairs Department will convene the fifth meeting of the joint committee consisting of experts and representatives from the Ministries of Justice and Interior, as well as relevant authorities in member states. The purpose of this meeting is to examine the "Draft Arab Guidance Law to Prevent Hate Speech," scheduled to take place on 23-24 April at the headquarters of the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States, at 10 am Cairo time.

23/04/2024

​The General Secretariat of the League of Arab States in Cairo will host on 23 April the commencement of the 61st session of the Arab Charter on Human Rights Committee. The session will encompass discussions on both the second periodic report of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the initial report of the Arab Republic of Egypt. These discussions are part of the ongoing monitoring of Arab countries' adherence to their obligations under the Arab Charter on Human Rights and assessing their commitment to implementing its provisions. 

The speech of the head of the Media and Communication Sector at the eighth edition of the Arab Media Excellence Award Committee
23/04/2024
The speech of the head of the Media and Communication Sector at the eighth edition of the Arab Media Excellence Award Committee 
23 April 2024
The speech of His Excellency Ambassador Ahmed Rashid Khattabi, Assistant Secretary-General and head of the Media and Communication Sector, during the meeting of the eighth edition of the Arab Media Excellence Award Committee 


Towards a united world: International conference on the role of media and information literacy in promoting global peace
22/04/2024

​In a significant move highlighting the pivotal role of media and information culture in fostering global understanding and peace, the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States is hosting the inaugural session of a high-level conference titled "Media and Information Culture for World Peace." Organised by the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in collaboration with the UNESCO Alliance for Culture, Media, and Informatics, along with the Autonoma University of Barcelona, the conference is held from 22 to 24 April.

Aboul Gheit’s address at the Conference on Media and Information Culture and Global Understanding: Peace for All
22/04/2024

Distinguished guests,

It's a pleasure to announce the commencement of this significant event — the Conference on Media and Information Culture and Global Understanding — under the theme "Peace for All." I'm delighted to welcome this diverse assembly of experiences, all gathered here to foster communication and mutual understanding among peoples.

Aboul Gheit receives UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Palestine, stresses Israel seeks to silence independent voices exposing Gaza massacre
21/04/2024

​Mr. Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, met with Dr. Francesca Albanese, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the human rights situation in the occupied Palestinian territories on 21 April at the headquarters of the General Secretariat. The discussion centred on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, given the continued Israeli violations against the civilian population over the past several months.

Head of Media and Communication Sector takes part in Second International Scientific Conference as a keynote speaker at inaugural session of Faculty of Mass Communication
21/04/2024

​It is an honour for me to represent the League of Arab States at this esteemed scientific forum, the second of its kind hosted by your university. I extend sincere gratitude for your gracious invitation and for selecting a topic of great significance, one that pertains to our collective future.

Indeed, the Arab region faces formidable developmental challenges amidst complex and fragile conditions. In this digital age, characterised by remarkable advancements in communication technology, there exists an urgent imperative to harness the opportunities presented by these transformative innovations. It is paramount that we leverage technological developments to realise the objectives outlined in the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, encompassing economic, social, and environmental dimensions, as delineated in the ambitious 2030 

Arab Media Excellence Award Committee to convene
20/04/2024

​In line with the recommendations of the 18th ordinary session of the Executive Office of the Council of Arab Information Ministers, held in Libya on 24 December 2023 in the attendance of His Excellency Ambassador Ahmed Rashid Khattabi, Assistant Secretary-General and head of the Media and Communication Sector, concerning the promotion of quality and professionalism in media and the enhancement of capabilities among Arab media professionals, the Technical Secretariat of the Council of Arab Information Ministers is convening a meeting of the Arab Media Excellence Award jury. 

Statement of the League of Arab States delivered by Ambassador Hossam Zaki, Assistant Secretary-General, during the UN Security Council Ministerial Session on the permanent agenda item titled: "The Situation in the Middle East, Including the Question of P
18/04/2024

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Your Excellency Mr. Ian Borg,

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Malta

Ladies and Gentlemen, Representatives of the Distinguished Council Members,



General Secretariat marks Arab Media Day
18/04/2024

​Arab Media Day is commemorated on 21 April according to the resolution issued at the 46th session of the Council of Arab Information Ministers. This observance aligns with the objectives outlined in the Charter of the League of Arab States, the guidelines for collaborative Arab media endeavours, and the pursuit of fostering excellence and innovation.

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