Majlis Al Shura Hails Oman Sultan’s Autism Centre Order
Muscat, The Gulf Observer: The Health and Social Committee of Majlis Al Shura has praised the Royal orders issued by His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, which allocated OMR 7 million for the establishment of the Autism Spectrum Disorder Care and Rehabilitation Centre.
The committee highlighted that these Royal orders demonstrate the Sultan’s commitment to the welfare of individuals with disabilities. They reflect a keen interest in providing an environment that caters to their needs, helps them achieve independence, and facilitates their integration into society.
In addition, the committee reaffirmed Majlis Al Shura’s dedication to the care of this sector of society.
The committee has conducted several meetings with specialists and officials from civil society organizations, including the Omani Lawyers Association (OLA) and the Oman Energy Association. These meetings were part of its efforts to review the draft law concerning civil establishments.
During these consultations, the committee emphasized the importance of involving various departments and stakeholders in reviewing the draft law to gather their opinions and observations. These discussions are part of a broader initiative to create an integrated law that aligns with societal aspirations and keeps pace with legislative advancements.
The civil establishments draft law aims to empower these organizations to effectively contribute to sustainable development and serve the needs of the community.
The committee’s discussions took place during its sixth meeting of the second regular convening (2024-2025) of the tenth term (2024-2027) of Majlis Al Shura, chaired by Mansour bin Zaher Al Hajri, in the presence of committee members on Sunday.
