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Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and his wife, accompanied by Hanine Sayed (right), Minister of Social Affairs, speaking to a child during the ceremony for the official launch of the strategy on the inclusion of people with disabilities, at the Grand Serail in Beirut, on Nov. 3, 2026. (Credit: NNA) Add as preferred on Google BEIRUT — Lebanon's national strategy for the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities (2026-2030), adopted by the Cabinet last February, was officially launched Tuesday at the Grand Serail. The strategy was prepared by the Ministry of Social Affairs in collaboration with the U.N. Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA).According to official statements, the strategy aims to uphold the rights of people with disabilities and promote their inclusion in society. It takes into account Lebanon's commitments under the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and is expected to lead to a five-year action plan covering reforms, policies, programs and concrete projects.According to specialized associations, people with disabilities account for nearly 15% of Lebanon's population. They are supposed... You have reached your article limitStay informed about a Middle East in crisis.Subscribe for $0.5/month for the first 3 months. Subscribe now Log in This article is only available to L’Orient Today subscribers. Subscribe now Log in Create a free account to continue reading this article. You’ll also receive The Morning Brief, our must-read daily digest of Middle East news. Opt out anytime Email Address Password Email Address Password I would like to receive special offers from L'Orient Today as well as selections of the best articles. Register By creating an account, you agree to the terms and conditions of use and our privacy policy. Register Or register with: Facebook
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