Kuwait presented outcomes of its Migration Governance Indicators (MGI) assessments during a side-event on the margins of the High Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) that took place in New York from 9 to 18 July. Kuwait was represented at the event by the Secretary General of the Supreme Council for Planning and Development, Dr. Khaled Mehdi.
During the event, Dr. Mehdi delivered a presentation on the Government of Kuwait’s achievements consolidated in the country’s first Migration Governance Indicators (MGI) review finalized earlier this year. The MGI review is also inclusive of Kuwait’s first Voluntary National Review (VNR).
Kuwait’s participation in IOM’ first side event reflects the remarkable achievements and commitment towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, in particular Goal 10.7 which focuses on the facilitation of orderly, safe, and regular migration and mobility of people, including thorough implementation of planned and well-managed migration policies.
“IOM extends its gratitude to the government of Kuwait and all national counterparts for the continuous effort, support and cooperation to the mission in Kuwait and IOM worldwide. We are grateful for the distinguished efforts of the SG of the Supreme Council for Planning and Development (GSSCPD) for his invaluable participation in this monumental event” said Mrs. Iman Ereiqat, IOM Kuwait’s Chief of Mission.
The High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) is the United Nations central platform specifically for the follow-up and review of achievements towards the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals, which paves the way for all State Members of the United Nations and specialized agencies the opportunity for full and effective participation
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