Oman participates in GCC Municipal Works Conference in Riyadh

Riyadh: The Sultanate of Oman took part on Sunday in activities of the 12th Gulf Municipal Works Conference, held in Riyadh, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).

The three-day event is themed “Sustainable Municipal Action”. It aims to discuss topics related to the sustainability of municipal work, as well as the exchange of experiences and expertise among GCC countries.

Oman’s delegation is headed by Sheikh Hilal Said Al Hajri, Governor of Al Dakhiliyah.

Further, the event reviewed the role of community participation in achieving sustainability in the municipal sector. It also touched on risks imposed by climate change on GCC cities and roads.

An exhibition is held on the sidelines of the conference to showcase products, technologies and innovations, as well as successful experiences in the field of municipal action.