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Article: CDA to join hands with UN in promoting human rights

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October 13, 2009
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The Community Development Authority (CDA) discussed partnering with the United Nations to promoting a culture of respect for human rights and steps to be taken by Dubai to further strengthen its role as a key ally in the global fight against violation of human rights.

At a meeting with Mr. Githu Muigai, United Nations Special Rapporteur on Contemporary Forms of Racism, Racial Discrimination, Xenophobia and Related Intolerance, organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, His Excellency Mr Khalid Al Kamda, Director General, Community Development Authority in Dubai, also discussed how CDA can contribute to the elimination of racial discrimination. Mr Al Kamda received Mr Muigai and an ...

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