Saudi Arabia Takes Part In GCC Municipal Affairs Committee Meeting In Doha

Minister of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing Majed Al-Hogail led the Saudi Arabian delegation to the 27th meeting of the committee of ministers responsible for municipal affairs in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), held Thursday in Doha. The meeting in the Qatari capital focused on various shared issues in the municipal affairs sector.

Al-Hogail expressed Saudi Arabia's pleasure to host the 12th annual Gulf Municipal Work Conference in Riyadh from October 6 to 8, which will revolve around the theme of "sustainable municipal work." He emphasized the importance of active participation from private-sector companies and institutions across the GCC countries to foster cooperation and expertise exchange during this significant gathering.

Today’s meeting addressed the proposed executive plan for initiatives related to the urban environment committee in the 2024-2030 municipal action plan. Participants discussed updates on the executive plan for initiatives related to the municipal legislation and control mechanisms committee in the municipal action plan.

The meeting also reviewed guidelines for regulating food carts and social housing, approving procedures for the withdrawal and seizure of abandoned and damaged vehicles, and requirements guide for public health control companies operating in the GCC countries.

International Participation and Cooperation

The committee called upon GCC member countries and the Secretariat General to actively participate in international forums and showcase the achievements of joint Gulf municipal work. It highlighted the ongoing need for the exchange of experts and specialists in the municipal field among GCC countries and the signing of memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with international organizations specialized in municipal affairs.

The discussions underscored a collaborative approach towards enhancing municipal services across GCC countries, aiming to improve urban living standards through shared knowledge and coordinated efforts.

With inputs from SPA