NEW YORK – Somalia’s Minister of Planning, Investment, and Economic Development, Mohamud Beenebeene, recently participated in the Ministerial session of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) held in New York, USA.
The conference served as a platform for the Minister to highlight Somalia’s recent achievements in population and development planning.
During the session, Minister Beenebeene emphasized the importance of addressing population growth and sustainable development issues in Somalia.
The country’s first ICPD report, a significant milestone, demonstrates Somalia’s commitment to tackling these challenges. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of population and development in Somalia and outlines strategies for future progress.
The ICPD Ministerial session brought together ministers and high-level officials from around the world to discuss and share best practices in population and development planning. This event provided an opportunity for Somalia to showcase its progress and learn from other countries’ experiences.
In his address, Minister Beenebeene highlighted the government’s efforts to improve access to quality education, healthcare, and family planning services. He also emphasized the importance of empowering women and girls, as well as promoting gender equality, to achieve sustainable development.
The Minister’s participation in the ICPD Ministerial session underscores Somalia’s commitment to addressing population and development challenges and its dedication to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The government’s focus on inclusive and sustainable development is expected to bring about positive change in the lives of Somali citizens and contribute to the country’s overall progress.
As Somalia continues to work towards achieving its development goals, the international community’s support and collaboration will be crucial in ensuring the success of these efforts.
The ICPD Ministerial session served as an important platform for dialogue and collaboration, and the insights shared during the event will undoubtedly contribute to Somalia’s ongoing efforts to promote sustainable development and improve the well-being of its people.
