The Executive Bureau of the Council of Arab Ministers of Housing and Reconstruction held its 91st meeting yesterday (October 21) at the headquarters of the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States in Cairo, Egypt to discuss the latest developments and challenges facing the housing sector and strengthen Arab co-operation in housing, reconstruction and sustainable urban development.

The meeting discussed the rehabilitation of cities affected by conflicts and natural disasters in Arab countries, support for reconstruction efforts and enhancing cities' resilience to disaster risks, reported Wam.

Participants also addressed the exchange of Arab expertise and experiences in social housing, the development of informal settlements and the implementation of Arab building codes.

The meeting reviewed ways to boost Arab and international co-operation in housing and urban development and also follow up on the implementation of the Arab Strategy for Housing and Sustainable Urban Development, it added.