Arab children to partake in third session of APC’s fourth term

February 08, 2026 / 6:40 PM

Sharjah 24: Starting on February 8, for two days, the Arab Parliament for the Child began welcoming groups of Arab children from various countries who are participating in its fourth session in Sharjah. This event is held under the generous patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. Along with representatives from the League of Arab States, this session marks an important gathering of child delegates from 16 Arab nations.

On the first day, children arrived from Mauritania and Morocco, with other delegations expected to join by Monday. This session will last eight days and feature a blend of parliamentary meetings, training sessions, educational activities, and visits to local attractions.

Countries taking part include Mauritania, Morocco, Djibouti, Palestine, Libya, Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Somalia, Egypt, Syria, and the UAE, with each represented by four children, two boys and two girls, ensuring balanced representation.

The organizers have worked hard to provide everything needed for the children’s arrival and their stay, creating a welcoming environment that allows them to focus on participating fully.

The children shared their excitement about being in the UAE and taking part in the Arab Parliament for the Child, expressing appreciation for the warm welcome and great organization. They are eager to engage in a busy agenda of parliamentary discussions, training programs, and cultural outings to enrich their experiences.

During the session, there will be an important meeting of the Parliament's Advisory Council on Saturday, February 14, at the Sharjah Consultative Council. This meeting will focus on “Cybersecurity: Towards Child-Friendly Content for Arab Children,” tackling critical issues related to children’s safety in the digital world.

Ayman Othman Al Barout, the Secretary-General of the Parliament, expressed the significance of this event, saying that the participation of children from 16 Arab countries highlights the parliament’s important role in addressing children's rights. He noted the ongoing support of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah for initiatives to empower children.

Al Barout stressed the parliament’s General Secretariat's commitment to providing a fulfilling experience that blends dialogue, training, and cultural exchange, helping children understand important issues and express their ideas, especially regarding challenges such as cybersecurity and the protection of children in the online space.