Malaysia eyes UN-Habitat presidency for 2026-2029 term
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia is aiming for the presidency of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) Assembly for the 2026–2029 term, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming.
He said the Cabinet had endorsed the Housing and Local Government Ministry to lead the country's bid for the role.
"On May 29, the ministry will represent Malaysia in Nairobi, Kenya, to contest for the UN-Habitat presidency. We hope to proudly raise the Jalur Gemilang on African soil," he said at the ministry's 2024 Excellence Appreciation Ceremony here today.
Nga earlier stated that the ministry has been entrusted with making all necessary preparations to support the nation's candidacy.
UN-Habitat, established under the mandate of the United Nations General Assembly, is responsible for promoting socially and environmentally sustainable urban development to ensure adequate housing for all.
Meanwhile, Nga called on ministry staff to equip themselves with knowledge and skills aligned with technological advancements and global geopolitical shifts, in line with the ministry's people-centric mission.
"We also need unity and commitment across all levels of society, in line with the 4P (People, Public, Private Partnership) concept - to effectively address global issues that directly impact governance and the well-being of the people.
"Continuous improvements in good governance are also essential to meet public needs," he said.
A total of 411 staff from various agencies received the Excellent Service Award, which includes a RM1,000 incentive and a certificate.
Also present were Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Aiman Athirah Sabu and secretary-general Datuk M Noor Azman Taib.– BERNAMA
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