Saudi Arabia Chairs 69th Session of UN Commission on the Status of Women

Riyadh, March 11, 2025, SPA -- The 69th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) began yesterday, chaired by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, represented by its Permanent Representative to the United Nations Abdulaziz Alwasil. The session will continue through March 21, featuring a high-level delegation led by Family Affairs Council Secretary-General Maimoonah Al Khalil.
Saudi Arabia's presidency of CSW69 highlights its commitment to advancing women's empowerment regionally and globally. This role reflects the Kingdom's progress in expanding women's participation across diverse sectors, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
As chair, the Kingdom emphasizes enhancing international cooperation to support women's empowerment and address their challenges. It will also share its experiences and initiatives that have strengthened Saudi women's role as a key driver of national development.
Al Khalil emphasized that Saudi Arabia's selection to chair CSW69 demonstrates the significant strides made in empowering Saudi women. She attributed this success to the unwavering support of the Kingdom's leadership, which has facilitated women's continuous achievements across all fields.
-- SPA