The launch comes a decade after the social benefits program was proposed, and as part of an overhaul of social services announced in 2020 by King Mohammed VI. Government aid so far has been indirect, with the state subsidizing some goods but not offering payments to low-income people.
Uzbekistan, IsDB ink pacts worth US$396.7m for infrastructure, education
JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) President and Group Chairman Dr. Muhammad Al-Jasser and Uzbekistan Minister of Investments, Industry, and Trade Laziz Kudratov have signed three financing agreements for the development of infrastructure and social services in the Central Asian country. These agreements aim to promote sustainable economic...
Dubai seeks feedback on social services to enhance quality of life
The UAE has issued a decree which seeks to obtain feedback from Emiratis on their requirements for social services, with the aim of enhancing their quality of life and strengthening neighborhood community bonds. Prime Minister of The UAE Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum issued it on Residential Neighborhood Majlises...
