The crown prince emphasized the need for the Middle East to be a zone free of nuclear weapons and all weapons of mass destruction and the importance of setting a date for the convening of the international conference on the establishment of a nuclear-free zone in the Middle East. The crown prince said that the kingdom is committed to promoting, protecting and ensuring human rights according to the principles of Islamic law and that the Kingdom rejects exploiting the freedom of expression to insult and defame religions and renews its recommendation on the importance of the adoption of laws that criminalize it. The crown prince said that the kingdom calls for the adoption of policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions that should not discriminate against any source of energy, and that these sources must be looked at as complementary - and not substitutes for each other - in a way that contributes to achieving sustainable development for all. He added that in this regard, the kingdom has invested in the development of new technologies to curb and isolate carbon as part of its efforts to preserve the environment. The crown prince noted the importance of the sustainable development plan for 2030, approved by the General Assembly last year, adding that the kingdom launched its vision (2030), which is based on the fundamental pillars of the Arab and Islamic depth, the strategic geographical location and investment strength. He added that the vision aims to advance its economy, and bring about a qualitative leap in the sectors of energy, industry, health, education, tourism, and others, achieving an increase in non-oil exports, and creating an attractive environment for local and international investors, as well as opening the door widely to the private sector through its encouragement to be a major partner with the state in providing job opportunities for the citizens and advanced services in all sectors including health care, education and housing. The crown prince said that the Kingdom will spare no effort in working with the international community in order to achieve good for mankind, and will continue to perform its humanitarian, political and economic role, and support for the ongoing efforts to introduce the necessary reforms at United Nations' organs, and that the kingdom is confident that the United Nations will be able to respond effectively to the challenges of tomorrow and for future generations to enjoy security, stability and prosperity. --SPA 22:53 LOCAL TIME 19:53 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w