IDC Participates in 122nd Session of International Olive Council in Spain

The International Dates Council (IDC), represented by its Executive Director Princess Sarah bint Bandar bin Abdulaziz, participated in the 122nd Session of the International Olive Council (IOC) in Córdoba, Spain, attended by representatives from 45 countries, coinciding with World Olive Day and the launch of the "Córdoba Declaration".

 The IDC's participation reflects its efforts to strengthen international cooperation and exchange expertise with global agricultural organizations, particularly the IOC, which is recognized as a leading international authority in sector governance and value-chain development.

 During the session, the IDC delegation reviewed the mechanisms for IOC member meetings, the work of specialized committees, and the procedures for presenting budgets, financial reports, and adopting decisions, contributing to the development of institutional practices within the IDC and supporting its sustainability objectives.

 As part of World Olive Day activities, which included the launch of the "Córdoba Declaration," Princess Sarah delivered a statement highlighting the declaration's significance in advancing international cooperation and sustainable development. She emphasized the IDC's commitment to leveraging international best practices to further develop the dates sector, noting the strong support provided by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the IDC's host country.

 Princess Sarah held a series of bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the event with ministers and officials from Spain, Tunisia, Iran, Morocco, and Pakistan, as well as with Arab ambassadors accredited to Spain and Saudi Ambassador to Spain Princess Haifa bint Abdulaziz bin Ayyaf Al Muqrin, at the headquarters of the Arab League Mission in Madrid.

 Princess Sarah also met with several participating international delegations, including those from the Syrian Arab Republic, the European Union, and Georgia, as part of efforts to enhance international engagement and expand multilateral partnerships.