First Deputy PM chairs meeting to monitor readiness amid regional developments

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, who also chairs the Supreme Committee for Civil Defense, Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef, chaired the regular meeting of the Supreme Committee for Civil Defense, attended by representatives of government institutions and entities. The meeting was held in light of current regional developments, to review readiness levels and preparedness measures, follow up on action plans, and coordinate joint efforts among various entities to ensure the continuity of essential services and strengthen the country’s security and safety framework.

According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Interior, Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef heard during the meeting briefings on the preparedness of military and security agencies, the stages of approved emergency plans, and cooperation mechanisms among them, all aimed at enhancing performance efficiency and response speed under various circumstances.

He also received briefings on measures related to food security and the availability of sufficient quantities of essential commodities to meet local demand and consumption needs, as reported by the Union of Cooperatives, ensuring the requirements of citizens and residents are met. Additionally, the readiness of the education and health sectors, including health centers, and the availability of necessary medical supplies were reviewed, along with the preparedness of all other relevant entities.

Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef emphasized the importance of integrated efforts and round-the-clock cooperation among various state institutions, maintaining the highest levels of readiness to ensure the provision of basic needs, continuity of services, and the preservation of everyone’s security and safety, thereby enhancing public confidence and stability in society.