The Board of Directors of the Union of Arab Economic and Social Councils and Similar Institutions convened its meeting on Thursday, July 9, 2026, via video-conference. The session was chaired by Professor Mohamed Boukhari, President of the Algerian National Economic, Social and Environmental Council, in his capacity as President of the Union.

The meeting was attended by the presidents and representatives of economic and social councils and similar institutions from the Arab world, featuring board members. The meeting was dedicated to discussing key agenda items outlined in the Union's 2026 action plan.