GENEVA: Secretary-General of Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) Maha Al-Barjas became on Sunday the first Arab woman to be appointed as vice-president of International Federation of Red Cross and Crescent Societies (IFRC) for the Asia Pacific region. This came as part of series of constitutional meetings held by Red Cross and Crescent international movement.

Barjas stated to the press that this reinforced the principles of women empowerment in positions of leadership, which goes in accordance with Kuwait's objectives of diversifying decision makers. She commented that it also bolsters efforts of KRCS in coordinating with national red cross and crescent societies, facilitates the exchange of expertise, and helps alleviate the burdens of those in need. Barjas underscored importance of such meetings, stressing that KRCS' participation highlights Kuwait's humanitarian efforts.

Meanwhile, head of KRCS board of directors Dr Hilal Al-Sayer underlined to KUNA the importance of the humanitarian partnership between the society and the international movement to help those affected by crises. Sayer elucidated the importance of developing humanitarian works, saying that the meetings will issue a number of recommendations to better serve those in need.

He also indicated that KRCS delegation met with humanitarian work leaders to further boost bilateral relations.Heading the delegation is Dr Hilal Al-Sayer, and participating are Secretary-General Maha Al-Barjas, Dr Musaed Al-Enezi, the chair's counselor and Niven Yusri, head of projects and international relations department. - KUNA