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An Analytical Study on the Healthcare of Palestinian Refugees
Mr. Said Salameh presented the latest research of the Department of Refugee Affairs regarding the health services which UNRWA provides to Palestinian Refugees. As he compared the health needs of these refugees and whether these services comply with their needs. This research depends on the latest statistics, made inside and outside of these refugee camps, in terms of the number of refugees and the beneficiaries of these health services. Furthermore, he also mentioned the role of civil society, and national institutions in development and improving refugees health status.
Peace Studies and Conflicts Resolution
Jabbarin tackled the overlap between politics & Law, questioning whether the politics driven by law, and vice versa, or whether there are specific boundaries or lines in that overlap. He also mentioned that the international law can be used as one of the main weapons in the hands of Palestinian people and its authority, in line with the Palestinian aspirations. Jabbarin at the same time illustrated the anticipated difficulties that might be encountered in case using the international law to attain the rights and objectives of the Palestinian people.
the mandate of UNRWA, its methods, principles of operation, functions and responsibilities as an international organization
Mr. Lone talked about the mandate of UNRWA, its methods, principles of operation, functions and responsibilities as an international organization and a distinct agency working for/Palestinian refugees. He also discussed how UNRWA’s mandate and role promote peace and conflict resolution.
Ms. Leila Hilal highlighted UNRWA’s advocacy on behalf of refugee rights and the importance of including refugees in the peace-building. She also talked about the UNRWA’s role in the development process of the Palestinian society.
the current Arab revolutions
Dr. Khalidi discussed the current Arab revolutions, which represent a new era of the Arab political life, and constituted new possibilities Arabs have not witnessed for a very long time. Led to the overthrown of the dictatorial regimes in Arab countries.
However, and as Dr. Khalidi emphasized, the most difficult phase is yet to come, with demands of freedom, dignity, social justice, economical prosperity, rule of law, accountability and democracy.
the topic of electricity in the Palestinian territories
Abu Alkhair addressed the topic of electricity as a necessity and a priority to achieve development and peace in the Palestinian territories.
He presented a brief background on the current situation of the Palestinian energy sector, illustrating the problems this sector encounter, such the high cost of the energy units, the insufficient use of the renewable energy, and the Israeli control over the traditional supplies of energy.