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Oman Concludes Participation in Global Summit on Children’s Wellbeing

Samarkand:The Sultanate of Oman has concluded its participation in the 'Global Summit on Investing in Children's Wellbeing A Path to Sustainable and Equitable Development for Future Generations,' hosted in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The two-day summit aimed to enhance investment in childhood and develop policies for children's wellbeing and rights protection.

According to Oman News Agency, Sayyida Maani Abdullah Al Busaidi, Director General of Family Development at the Ministry of Social Development, emphasized Oman's commitment to children's rights and the development of a protective and nurturing environment. She highlighted the Samarkand Declaration, which stresses the importance of investing in children as crucial for sustainable development and the integration of social and child protection systems.

The summit included sessions on investing in children's health and education, with discussions on equitable health systems and early childhood development as a foundation for lifelong learning. The program featured parallel sessions on children's wellbeing, green transitions, and nutritional medicine. Delegations also visited the Regional Center for Social Services in Samarkand, which provides specialized care.

Ziroat Mirziyoyeva, wife of the Uzbek President, was honored for her contributions to improving medical care for children with cancer, underscoring the summit's broader commitment to child healthcare.