Wednesday 24 / June / 2026
New York: The Sultanate of Oman was elected for the second consecutive time as a member of the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child for the period (2027-2031). The election took place on the sidelines of the 21st Meeting of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of the Child, held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
The re-election of the Sultanate of Oman to the Committee on the Rights of the Child for a second consecutive term underscores the prominent standing that Oman enjoys on the international stage. It also reflects the keenness of member states to see Oman represented in this highly significant committee.
The membership of the Sultanate of Oman will provide opportunities to enhance cooperation with other members and contribute effectively to achieving the Committee's goal of protecting children's rights globally. Furthermore, it supports the shared ambition of providing a safe, healthy, and prosperous environment for all children.
The Sultanate of Oman's membership in the Committee on the Rights of the Child serves as an affirmation of its unwavering commitment to promoting and protecting children's rights. This aligns seamlessly with its obligations under the Convention on the Rights of the Child and its Optional Protocols, as Oman continues to dedicate its efforts to advancing a balanced, constructive, and cooperative approach to addressing children's rights issues on a global scale.
The Sultanate of Oman is represented in the Committee by Dr. Thuwaiba Ahmed Al Barwani, who currently holds the position of Vice-Chairperson of the Committee.
