Arab League Secretary-General Emphasizes Importance of Enhancing Arab Capacity to Shape Regional Arrangements
Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy stressed the need to strengthen Arab states' capacity to shape regional arrangements and respect the law during a lecture in Algeria, as part of his participation in the meeting of Arab justice ministers.
Translated by Alqyas from KUNA — Original source
Algiers, Oct 10 (KUNA) -- Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy stressed today, Tuesday, the importance of enhancing the capacity of Arab states to participate in shaping regional arrangements, emphasizing that the rule of law must prevail over the law of force. This came during a lecture delivered by Fahmy at the Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, titled “Current Challenges Facing the Arab Region and the Role of the Arab League in Addressing Them,” as part of his official visit to Algeria to attend the meeting of the Arab Ministers of Justice, hosted by Algeria tomorrow, Wednesday. The session was moderated by Sufyan Shayb, State Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs responsible for the National Community Abroad, with the participation of several current and former ambassadors, young diplomats, senior ministry officials, and a select group of academics, researchers, and specialists in international affairs.
Fahmy outlined the transformations underway in the international system, particularly the shifting balance of power and the declining effectiveness of international institutions. He also addressed the most prominent challenges facing the region, foremost among them the Palestinian cause and the crises in Sudan, Libya, Lebanon, and Yemen. He stressed the necessity of respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states, and intensifying political and diplomatic efforts to address the root causes of crises. He highlighted the interconnection between Arab security and international security, and the importance of cooperation in confronting transboundary challenges, as well as enhancing economic, food, water, and technological security.
He presented the outlines of the Renewed Arab Agenda initiative, which is based on three pillars: response, development, and growth, aiming to strengthen the capacity of Arab states to take proactive measures and increase the effectiveness of joint Arab action. In this context, he emphasized the importance of coordinating Arab positions and activating tools of preventive diplomacy and good offices, to help translate common positions into practical steps.
He expressed his appreciation for Algeria’s role in supporting Arab causes and its influential presence on both the regional and international stages, reaffirming the importance of enhancing coordination with Algeria and leveraging its diplomatic expertise to support political settlement efforts and develop joint Arab action. (End) M.R. / R.J.
