Nizwa seminar discusses Shura and elections
Published: 05:09 PM,Sep 23,2023 | EDITED : 09:09 PM,Sep 23,2023
NIZWA: A discussion on Majlis Ash’shura and elections was held at Nizwa Public Library last week. The seminar was hosted by Nizwa Club’s Scientific Cultural Committee coinciding with Majlis Ash’shura elections under the auspices of Shaikh Saif al Nabhani. Distinguished participants included Dr Salim al Shukaili, a professor of constitutional and administrative law and former legal adviser to Majlis Ash’shura; and Salim bin Hamad al Kamyani, a former member of both the State and Shura Councils. Dr Hafez bin Ahmed Ambusaidi, Assistant Dean of the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in Nizwa, skillfully moderated the seminar.
Zaher bin Sulaiman al Zakwani, a member of the Scientific Cultural Committee, delivered an opening address. He highlighted the significance of the seminar against the background of the 10th Shura elections. The seminar’s objective was to elucidate various matters of concern to voters through a constructive dialogue with two seasoned parliamentary experts.
He also emphasised that the seminar is a testament to the committee’s commitment to staying attuned to local events, a dedication that has endured since the committee’s inception in 2015.
The discussions revolved around the significance of Shura in nurturing democratic principles and the evolution of the Shura system within the Sultanate of Oman. Furthermore, the dialogue touched upon the Majlis Ash’shura’s roles within the Council of Oman as well as the influential role of societal culture in upholding Shura principles, with the aim of guaranteeing the election of highly qualified candidates.
It explored strategies for ensuring the successful implementation of Shura practices in the Sultanate of Oman. It provided insights into the expected roles of Majlis Ash’shura members, emphasising their pivotal contribution to the success of the Shura elections.
The discussion was enlivened by the participation of the audience. Some expressed satisfaction over Shura’s powers and roles, while others hoped that it would play a bigger role in nation building and development.
Zaher bin Sulaiman al Zakwani, a member of the Scientific Cultural Committee, delivered an opening address. He highlighted the significance of the seminar against the background of the 10th Shura elections. The seminar’s objective was to elucidate various matters of concern to voters through a constructive dialogue with two seasoned parliamentary experts.
He also emphasised that the seminar is a testament to the committee’s commitment to staying attuned to local events, a dedication that has endured since the committee’s inception in 2015.
The discussions revolved around the significance of Shura in nurturing democratic principles and the evolution of the Shura system within the Sultanate of Oman. Furthermore, the dialogue touched upon the Majlis Ash’shura’s roles within the Council of Oman as well as the influential role of societal culture in upholding Shura principles, with the aim of guaranteeing the election of highly qualified candidates.
It explored strategies for ensuring the successful implementation of Shura practices in the Sultanate of Oman. It provided insights into the expected roles of Majlis Ash’shura members, emphasising their pivotal contribution to the success of the Shura elections.
The discussion was enlivened by the participation of the audience. Some expressed satisfaction over Shura’s powers and roles, while others hoped that it would play a bigger role in nation building and development.