- Vision, adopted in Dec 2023, proposes a comprehensive framework of regional security which promotes negotiation and dialogue to overcome disagreements, violence, and conflict.
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- Key highlights of the Vision
- Based on the principles of shared destiny and indivisible security of the member states and any threat to one is a threat to all.
- Emphasises joint efforts to avoid use of force and prioritise dialogue and negotiation to resolve their differences.
- Urges member states to combat terrorism, extremism, and money laundering.
- Urges member states to support international and regional efforts on non-proliferation and make the region free of weapons of mass destruction.
- Activate Arab Peace Initiative to reach a just resolution of Palestinian cause in accordance with 2-state solution.
- Climate change, water and food security, energy security, defending economic resources, and creating investment opportunities have also been prioritized.
- Significance of the ‘Vision for Regional Security’
- Represents a call to action for all parties to collaborate towards a secure and prosperous future.
- Offers an opportunity to member states to resolve historical regional conflicts such as Palestinian problem, etc.