RIYADH: Dr. Noura bintMazyad Al-Amro has been elected as the vice chairperson of the UN Human Rights Council’s advisory committee, representing the Asia Group at the Geneva-based organization.

In her newly appointed role, Al-Amro will play a key role in advocating for human rights issues on behalf of the Asia Group within the UN body.

Expressing gratitude for her election, Al-Amro highlighted that her appointment signifies the international community’s acknowledgment of Saudi Arabia’s efforts in strengthening human rights laws and addressing related matters both domestically and globally.