KSrelief to hold International Conference on Conjoined Twins on Nov. 24-25

Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH — The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) will hold the International Conference on Conjoined Twins in Riyadh on November 24-25. The conference, which will be held under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, marks the 30th anniversary of the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program.

Officials of several government entities such as the ministries of national guard, defense, foreign affairs, health, education, and media, alongside international humanitarian and medical organizations, societies, institutions, experts, and researchers from around the world will participate in the high profile conference.

Conjoined twins, from different countries, who had undergone surgical separation from Saudi Arabia, will also be present along with their families at the conference.

The two-day event will feature humanitarian and scientific sessions, an exhibition, and events showcasing Saudi Arabia’s leadership in the humanitarian field, especially through the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program.

This initiative aligns with the Saudi Vision 2030 goal of enhancing the quality and efficiency of the Kingdom’s healthcare and humanitarian sectors.

Agreements are expected to be reached with UN and other international organizations focusing on global child welfare at the conference, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s efforts to support vulnerable groups, especially children.

The conference is expected to issue important recommendations in the medical and humanitarian fields, that will serve as a valuable resource for specialists and anyone interested in conjoined twin separation and humanitarian work, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Registration for participating in the conference can be had through visiting the conference site: https://icct.ksrelief.org/

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