Arab Parliament: Protecting Human Rights Is Key to Achieving Sustainable Development

Riyadh: Speaker of the Arab Parliament Mohammed Al-Yamahi affirmed that protecting and promoting human rights constitutes a fundamental pillar for achieving sustainable development in its comprehensive sense, and represents an essential requirement for the progress, stability, and cohesion of societies. According to Saudi Press Agency, in a statement issued today to mark Human Rights Day, observed annually on December 10, Al-Yamahi commended the efforts of Arab states to support and promote human rights, entrench the principles of justice and equality, and adopt best practices in line with regional and international developments. He emphasized that the Arab Parliament places human rights at the forefront of its priorities through supporting legislation that safeguards fundamental rights and freedoms, and through its commitment to cooperation with national, regional, and international human rights institutions, to enhance protection mechanisms and promote a culture of respect for human rights across the Arab world.