Saudi Arabia's Chairmanship of the UN Commission on the Status of Women

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Saudi Arabia's ambassador to the UN, Abdulaziz Alwasil, was elected as chair of the UN Commission on the Status of Women, sparking outrage from human rights groups due to Saudi Arabia's poor record on women's rights. The appointment was made without objection from other member states.

Key Points

  • Abdulaziz Alwasil elected as chair of the UN Commission on the Status of Women
  • Human rights groups criticize Saudi Arabia's appointment due to its abysmal record on women's rights
  • Saudi Arabia's appointment made without objection from other member states
  • Saudi Arabia ranks 131 out of 146 countries on gender equality

Cons

  • Saudi Arabia's poor record on women's rights
  • Appointment made without objection from other member states